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Deal Struck to End The Government Shutdown For 2 Weeks as Immigration Negotiations Continue

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The House cleared legislation on Monday to end the three-day government shutdown, sending it to President Trump for his signature. Lawmakers voted 266-150 to reopen the federal government and extend funding through Feb. 8, as well as provide money for the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) for six years. Six Republicans voted "no," while 45 Democrats voted "yes" to pass the bill. Senate Democrats agreed to end the impasse after Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.

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