Indian-origin Congressmen Suhas Subramanyam and Ami Bera announced that they would not take their congressional salaries as long as the government remains shut down, as federal workers and troops are forced to work without pay. "Government shutdowns are devastating to Virginia families and small businesses. While Republicans force this shutdown and federal workers and contractors go without pay, I will not accept a paycheck and will continue to stand up for the men and women who protect our co mmunities," Democrat Suhas Subramanyam, Virginia's 10th district Congressman, said. "This shutdown was completely avoidable, and I will continue to fight for Virginians hurt by Republicans' inability to pass a budget," Subramanyam said. California's 6th District Rep Ami Bera sai
Government shutdown 2025: Indian-origin Ami Bera, Suhas Subramanyam turn down pay, say it's not right

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