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John Thune: “Democrats are trying to hijack [the continuing resolution]…”

Featuring: John Thune, Republican | Senate Majority Leader, South Dakota

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Published | Video Starts at 02:44

… on the floor in the Senate where every Senator has an opportunity to make their voices heard. So this is a short term extension of existing funding, current funding. The Democrats are trying to hijack [the continuing resolution] to get a trillion dollars in new spending. And I don't think that's a very good deal for the American taxpayer. And appears, at least at this point, the president's come to the same conclusion. (02:44–02:49)

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Asserts that Democrats are seeking a trillion dollars in new spending through the continuing resolution.

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