Solano County’s congress members responded to the threat of a government shutdown later in the week on Monday. Congressman John Garamendi, just shy of 16 years served in the House of Representatives, is no stranger to Government shutdowns. In fact, Garamendi has represented his district through three multi-day shutdowns since he was sworn in to his seat in 2010. “This is because Trump and the Republicans are refusing to extend critical health insurance tax credits expiring at the end of the year,” Garamendi said. “Instead of working with Democrats to reduce these excruciating costs and keep the government open, Trump and Republicans are walking away from negotiations,” Garamendi said.