Rep. Mike Haridopolos, R-Fla., talks about the government shutdown

By Leila Fadel

Published October 1, 2025 at 12:31 AM HST

NPR speaks with Rep. Mike Haridopolos, R-Fla., about the government shutdown.

Leila Fadel

Leila Fadel is a national correspondent for NPR based in Los Angeles, covering issues of culture, diversity, and race.

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