As the government shutdown looms, a heated debate has emerged over the reasons behind the impasse. Republicans have been misleadingly claiming that Democrats are attempting to shut down the government in order to provide free healthcare benefits to illegal immigrants. Democrats and various fact-checkers have refuted this assertion, emphasizing that the shutdown is not motivated by healthcare for unauthorized individuals. In a recent exchange, Speaker Johnson faced tough questioning regarding these claims, with fact checks highlighting that the narrative pushed by the GOP lacks substance. While Democrats are advocating for the preservation of affordable healthcare options for millions, the Republican strategy appears to focus on immigration rhetoric instead of addressing rising healthcare costs.