The truth is out: the radical Democratic agenda is directly tied to the government shutdown—something they’ve consistently denied. One brave Democratic voice finally acknowledged what many have suspected all along.

During a recent interview, Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna of California confirmed that health care for illegal aliens plays a significant role in the budget standoff. This revelation has given Republicans the ammunition they need to hold Democrats accountable for their reckless policies.

‘The state of California, colluding with insurance companies who cover Medicaid beneficiaries, has created a money-laundering scheme that results in California obtaining more than $19 billion in federal money.’

Khanna attempted to downplay the issue, arguing that funding for undocumented individuals constitutes only a fraction of the proposed Medicaid cuts. Yet, he was clear that the vast majority—90 to 95 percent—of the funding in question supports American citizens. This is a clear indication of misplaced priorities within Democratic leadership.

The video of Khanna’s admission has been widely circulated, forcing Democrats to confront the reality they’ve tried to evade.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer vehemently denies that illegal aliens receive any benefits through the Affordable Care Act, stating, “Let me be perfectly clear: Undocumented people CANNOT AND WILL NOT receive ACA premium tax credits BY LAW. PERIOD.” This is a blatant diversion from the truth and an attempt to distract from their own failures in leadership.

However, independent assessments reveal a stark reality: an estimated $23.1 billion of taxpayer money has been funneled into health care for illegal immigrants in the United States. It’s time for accountability.

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The situation in California has become even more egregious. Reports indicate that the state has been exploiting loopholes in the medical system to secure federal reimbursements, facilitating this reckless spending. “A money-laundering scheme that results in California obtaining more than $19 billion in federal money without any state contribution,” as noted by the Economic Policy Innovation Center, highlights this shocking abuse.

The American people deserve to know how their tax dollars are being spent. It’s time to cut through the nonsense and demand transparency and accountability.