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On the recordOctober 9, 2025
I think we’re gonna get to a point where it’s damaging to continue to keep the House out of session.
Said by
Jay Obernolte
Republican · California
Source
msnbc.com

Editor's note · Context

Obernolte expresses concern about the House remaining out of session during the shutdown.

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