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Former President Barack Obama long condemned government shutdowns and previously criticized congressional Republicans for their "total irresponsibility." Now, his party is being accused of doing just that.

The current government shutdown has entered its second month with little movement in negotiations. Travel across the country is seeing disruptions, and SNAP benefits for millions of Americans remain at risk.

Senate Democrats have held firm, saying they won’t support GOP proposals without extensions to healthcare subsidies .

In response, Republicans accused Democrats of holding the country hostage – the same tactic Obama railed against in 2013.

JOHNSON WARNS US 'BARRELING TOWARD ONE OF THE LONGEST SHUTDOWNS' IN HISTOR

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