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‘We needed to change the equation,’ Sen. Kaine says on his vote to end shutdown

‘We needed to change the equation,’ Sen. Kaine says on his vote to end shutdown

Summary

The government shutdown ended after a vote in the Senate. Senator Tim Kaine from Virginia was one of eight Democrats who voted to end it. He explained his decision in a discussion with Geoff Bennett.

Key Facts

  • The government shutdown was resolved by a Senate vote.
  • Eight Democratic senators voted in favor of ending the shutdown, including Senator Tim Kaine.
  • Senator Tim Kaine represents the state of Virginia.
  • The shutdown caused a stalemate, which refers to a situation where no progress can be made, in the government.
  • The discussion about the vote took place between Senator Kaine and Geoff Bennett.
  • The vote to end the shutdown showed differing opinions among Senate Democrats.

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