Fetterman says he supports healthcare credits but won't hold government "hostage"
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Hours after voting to advance a deal to reopen the government, Democratic Sen. John Fetterman told CBS News the "mass chaos" wrought by the longest government shutdown in modern U.S. history pushed more Senate Democrats to the table. The Pennsylvania senator was one of eight members of the Democratic caucus who voted late Sunday to move forward on a bill that would fund the government until at least late January.
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Main Idea: Sen. John Fetterman said he supports extending health insurance tax credits, but he voted to reopen the government because he would not keep it shut down.
Key Points:
- Fetterman was one of eight Senate Democrats who voted to move forward on a deal to fund the government through at least late January.
- In return, Senate GOP leaders promised a vote next month on extending health insurance tax credits set to expire.
- Fetterman said the shutdown caused real harm, including travel problems, SNAP uncertainty, and missed pay for federal workers.
- He rejected criticism from Senate Democrats, including Chuck Schumer, saying he would not “hold our government hostage” or gamble with people’s food security.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
The shutdown deal leaves health insurance tax credits uncertain, which could raise costs for patients and households if Congress fails to extend them.
Positive Impact
Reopening the government could restore pay for federal workers and reduce travel and SNAP disruptions for families and communities.
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