STATEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE ON STOP GAP FUNDING MEASURE TO AVERT GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN

“Today, common sense and bipartisanship prevailed. At the 11th hour House Republican leadership finally came to their senses and removed all the extreme right-wing policies and funding cuts from a short-term government funding bill. This is a reprieve for the economic stability of America’s families and the safety and security of our nation.

“It is important to keep in mind that this is only a 45-day government funding bill, and there remains extremist Republicans in the House who are still demanding billions in cuts to law enforcement, veterans’ services, healthcare, childcare, education, and housing programs.

“In the days ahead, I pledge to oppose extremist efforts to harm our nation, and I will continue to work alongside my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to find common ground and achieve our shared goals.”

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