Get your reaction on the other side. Take a look. He said he doesn't need Democrats. Well, then he doesn't know how to count because There are 60 votes in the Senate that you need to pass this and he's got 53. Leader Thune, aren't you going to have to compromise with Democrats in order to get a deal and keep the government open? Compromise on what, Kristen? (06:32–06:37)
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Asserts that 60 votes are needed in the Senate to pass the bill, and Republicans have 53.
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