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James Lankford: Congress would feel the pressure and pain of a shutdown, instead of the American people and federal workers.

On the recordJune 8, 2026
Congress would feel the pressure and pain of a shutdown, instead of the American people and federal workers.
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James Lankford
Republican · Oklahoma

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Explaining the intent of the Prevent Government Shutdowns Act.

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