Marlin Stutzman, Indiana U.S. House Representative from the 3rd District | https://stutzman.house.gov/
Marlin Stutzman, Indiana U.S. House Representative from the 3rd District | https://stutzman.house.gov/
Rep. Marlin Stutzman, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Indiana, posted a series of statements on his social media account in October 2025 addressing the ongoing government shutdown and issues of religious freedom abroad.
On October 21, 2025, Stutzman compared the government shutdown to a sporting event, writing: "This shutdown is just like a basketball game. Democrats are calling a timeout to slow GOP momentum. Schumer is stubbornly keeping the shutdown going because he wants to see progress stalled no matter the cost to Americans."
Later that day, Stutzman reiterated his position on the shutdown, stating: "Schumer can end the shutdown today if he wanted. Republicans have done their part. He just needs to give his party permission to reopen the government for struggling Americans."
On October 22, 2025, Stutzman shifted focus to international issues, expressing support for Senator Ted Cruz and condemning religious persecution in Nigeria. He posted: "Proud to stand with @SenTedCruz in defending religious freedom in Nigeria. Implementing Sharia law and condoning the murder of innocent people is barbaric. We must use the targeted tools we have at our disposal to end it. READ MORE: https://t.co/5s7H4dYxI1"
The government shutdown referenced by Stutzman is part of a recurring pattern in U.S. politics, where budget disagreements between parties can lead to temporary halts in federal operations. Such shutdowns have significant impacts on federal employees and public services.
Stutzman's comments on Nigeria reflect ongoing concerns about religious violence and the implementation of Sharia law in certain regions of the country, issues that have drawn attention from international human rights organizations and U.S. lawmakers alike.
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