Hollywood Goes Insane After Democrats Give Up
Hollywood celebrities went into full meltdown after Senate Democrats agreed to end the government shutdown by joining Republicans in a vote to reopen the government. The decision marked the end of a tense standoff and an embarrassing defeat for Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, who faced mounting pressure even from within his own party.
While the move restored pay and benefits for millions of federal workers, Hollywood’s activist crowd couldn’t contain their outrage. Left-wing actors, writers, and comedians took to social media to accuse Democrats of “caving” and “collaborating” with what they described as “fascists.”
Actor Rob Delaney was one of the first to lash out online.
“Hey @schumer.senate.gov
Delaney later doubled down with another message, taking aim at moderate Democrats who voted for the funding bill. “And unlike the rancid, anti-democratic Senate, every House member is up for reelection next year. An approach I’d consider is focusing attn. on your REP. (if you have a Cave Senator
Actor Jon Cryer, best known for his roles in television sitcoms, joined the chorus of anger with a blunt message aimed at Senate Democrats.
“You suck at this,” Cryer posted.
Comedian Michael Ian Black also tore into Democrats who voted to end the shutdown, mocking them for their lack of backbone.
“The eight Democrats who chose to break ranks are all centrists who appear to have recently graduated from the Susan Collins School of Fecklessness, whose curriculum consists of exactly one lesson: ‘there is no fight worth having,’” Black wrote.
Meanwhile, actor and podcast host Paul F. Tompkins mocked fellow progressives who were angry about the decision, posting a message filled with sarcasm.
“What you need to understand, honey, is that the Democrats know what they’re doing. Every move is shrewd even if it SEEMS terrible. They’ve been doing this for a long time, okay? They are just victims of bad luck! YOU’VE never had bad luck? Come on now,” Tompkins wrote.
Actress and talk show host Whoopi Goldberg reportedly expressed frustration over the compromise as well, though her specific comments were not detailed.
For many of these Hollywood figures, the vote to end the shutdown was seen as a betrayal. They accused Democratic senators of abandoning progressive causes and bowing to Republican leadership instead of holding out for more government spending.
The outrage comes after eight Senate Democrats joined 42 Republicans to support a continuing resolution to keep the government open through early 2026. The agreement avoided further disruption to federal agencies and restored pay for government employees who had been furloughed for weeks.
While the decision ended the stalemate, it also signaled a major setback for Schumer’s leadership. Left-wing activists have increasingly blamed him for failing to hold the line against President Trump and Senate Republicans.
Hollywood’s fury reflects the growing divide within the Democratic Party between moderate lawmakers and the radical progressive wing that dominates social media. The outburst from actors and comedians followed a pattern seen in past political battles—celebrity activists urging confrontation while Washington leaders opt for compromise.
Still, the average American appeared relieved that the shutdown was over. With benefits restored and agencies reopening, most working families welcomed the return to normal operations, even as Hollywood elites fumed online.
As one observer noted, the latest spectacle showed that while ordinary Americans want stability, the entertainment industry thrives on outrage.