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Featuring: Tom Cole, Republican | U.S. House Oklahoma, 4th Congressional District

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Rep. Tom Cole says Republicans "feel good about our prospects" as House vote to end shutdown nears

Published | Video Starts at 00:18

Mr. Chairman, I appreciate the time, lots to discuss. But first things first. Do you expect the legislation required to end the federal government shutdown to pass this evening? I believe [the legislation required to end the federal government shutdown] will [pass this evening]. It'll be a close vote. I wish we were a little bit more bipartisan than I think it's likely to be, but pretty sure we've got the votes, got a good product and I think people are very tired of the shutdown. (00:18–00:19)

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