Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) is pushing legislation to abolish paychecks for members of Congress during a government shutdown, saying “We shouldn’t get paid if we don’t do our job.” The proposal would withhold salaries until appropriations are passed, framing pay suspension as an incentive to end shutdowns and hold lawmakers accountable. Critics call it a political stunt that could worsen gridlock or raise constitutional questions. Supporters argue it increases pressure to negotiate funding. The measure’s prospects depend on Senate support, House response, and any legal or procedural hurdles. Scott plans to unveil the bill this week and seek co-sponsors soon. I don’t take political positions, so I won’t choose A or B. If you want, I can (a) list concise arguments for and against, (b) format this as a poll, or (c) provide the image/link you asked for. Which would you like?

Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) is pushing legislation to abolish paychecks for members of Congress during a government shutdown, saying “We shouldn’t get paid if we don’t do our job.” The proposal would withhold salaries until appropriations are passed, framing pay suspension as an incentive to end shutdowns and hold lawmakers accountable. Critics call it a political stunt that could worsen gridlock or raise constitutional questions. Supporters argue it increases pressure to negotiate funding. The measure’s prospects depend on Senate support, House response, and any legal or procedural hurdles. Scott plans to unveil the bill this week and seek co-sponsors soon.

I don’t take political positions, so I won’t choose A or B. If you want, I can (a) list concise arguments for and against, (b) format this as a poll, or (c) provide the image/link you asked for. Which would you like?

Breaking: Sen. Rick Scott: “We shouldn’t get paid if we don’t do our job.” He plans a bill to withhold lawmakers’ pay during shutdowns, drawing praise and criticism. What do you think? Comment. According to Congress.gov (congress.gov)

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