Senator Kaine on the Government Shutdown
Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) spoke about federal workers getting paychecks with zero listed as their pay. He praised the bill the…
After attending a round table in Alexandria, Virginia, with federal workers impacted by the government shutdown, Virginia Senators Tim… read more
After attending a round table in Alexandria, Virginia, with federal workers impacted by the government shutdown, Virginia Senators Tim Kaine (D) and Mark Warner (D) came to the chamber floor to share their stories. Both discussed the immediate financial concerns afflicting their constituents and the long-term consequences for public service as a profession. close
Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) spoke about federal workers getting paychecks with zero listed as their pay. He praised the bill the…
Senator Mazie Hirono (D-HI) called the shutdown “not a negotiation situation, this is a hostage situation” with the president…
Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) said the House did its job by passing legislation to end the shutdown, but that Majority…
Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) opened the Senate with remarks on President Trump’s previous-night national address and border security. He called…