WASHINGTON, D.C. — It’s been less than two months since Florida State Senator Joe Gruters, a close ally of President Donald Trump, was elected to serve as Chairman of the Republican National Committee. Now he's leading the organization amid a federal government shutdown.

What You Need To Know • Florida State Senator Joe Gruters was elected as RNC Chairman over the summer • In an interview with Spectrum News, Gruters blamed Democrats for the federal government shutdown saying issues like the extension of Obamacare subsidies should be negotitated separately from the continuing resolution • Gruters said he was "excited for the opportunity, but we'll wait and see what happens" when asked about where plans stand for a 2026 GOP convention and if any cities are currently being considered

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