Nevada's U.S. Senators Vote to End Government Shutdown
Senators Jacky Rosen and Catherine Cortez Masto issued statements following their vote supporting a deal to reopen the government. This action followed a rare Sunday Senate session where moderate Democrats agreed to move forward without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies.
Statements from Senator Jacky Rosen
Senator Rosen criticized the Trump administration, saying Republicans are using their power to harm working people during the shutdown. She emphasized her commitment to continue fighting for the extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits.
"President Trump and Republicans are weaponizing their power to bring suffering to working people."
"I will keep fighting to ensure Republicans extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits."
Statements from Senator Catherine Cortez Masto
Senator Cortez Masto expressed empathy for those hurt by the shutdown and outlined her plans once the government reopens. She intends to prioritize passing a bipartisan budget for 2026 to restore funding cuts made by President Trump.
"I know the pain people are feeling during the government shutdown."
"When the government opens, I will focus on passing a full, bipartisan budget for 2026, which would restore funding that President Trump cut."
The senators’ collaboration reflects a commitment to end the shutdown and address the financial hardships caused by it.
Author's summary: Nevada's Senators Rosen and Cortez Masto united to support reopening the government and pledged to continue efforts against healthcare cost burdens and funding cuts.