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flag Senator Kaine voted with Republicans to end a record shutdown, securing paychecks, SNAP funding, and health care protections.

flag Senator Tim Kaine defended his decision to vote with Republicans to pass a government funding bill ending a record-long shutdown, citing support from Virginia constituents and the need to restore paychecks, protect federal workers, and prevent further disruptions like SNAP delays. flag He emphasized the Senate’s role in final passage, noting the deal included full-year SNAP funding and job protections, while creating a path for future Senate votes on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies. flag Kaine pushed back against criticism from progressive House Democrats, urging them to focus on their own leadership rather than challenge Senate decisions, and warned House Republicans could face political fallout in 2026 if they block bipartisan health care measures.

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