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John Thune: “Unfortunately, I think after two government shutdowns that have extended for a long period of time, it’s better for…”

On the recordAugust 3, 2026
Unfortunately, I think after two government shutdowns that have extended for a long period of time, it’s better for everybody if there’s predictability, certainty, and just to take that issue off the table.
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John Thune
Republican · South Dakota

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On the need for funding certainty

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