“I hope it doesn’t come to that, but if it does, I certainly would be willing to shut the government down over this issue,” Sen. Michael Bennet (D-CO) said in an interview with NBC News that he’s willing to shut down the government to secure additional aid for Ukraine.

This type of ultimatum is nothing short of political extortion and shows a blatant disregard for the American people. Furthermore, Bennet's comments are a clear example of the Democrats' obsession with spending taxpayer dollars at the expense of hardworking Americans.Instead of focusing on important issues and working towards a bipartisan solution, Bennet is willing to hold the government hostage over a highly contentious and divisive issue.

Sen. Michael Bennet (D-CO) said in an interview with NBC News.

Not only is Bennet willing to engage in political games, but he is also using his family's history to justify his actions. While his mother's experiences during World War II are certainly important, they have nothing to do with the current situation in Ukraine and should not be used as a political pawn.

“There’s this tiny group of people that are willing to distort the House for their own purposes,” Bennet said.When asked about the likelihood of a coming government shutdown, Bennet said there has been bipartisan support but blamed the setbacks on “the gang that can’t shoot straight.”

“They’re bringing us all down with them, and I hope what happens is we see on the back end of this a House of Representatives that can work in a more bipartisan way,”

Senator Bennet's willingness to shut down the government also raises concerns about his priorities as a lawmaker. Rather than pushing for policies that benefit all Americans, he seems more concerned with making a statement and gaining attention for his personal agenda.

It is disappointing that Senator Bennet would even consider jeopardizing the functioning of the government over a single issue. The American people deserve leaders who are committed to finding solutions and working together, not those who are ready to throw temper tantrums and engage in political theatrics.

Fortunately, as Senator Bennet himself admitted, there is already bipartisan support for providing aid to Ukraine. It is time for him to set aside his political posturing and allow the government to continue functioning without the threat of a shutdown. Our country cannot afford to be held hostage by the reckless actions of one individual.