Nevada Senators Vote to End Government Shutdown
Senators Jacky Rosen and Catherine Cortez Masto released statements after supporting a deal to reopen the government following a rare Sunday Senate session. This agreement was reached despite no guaranteed extension for health care subsidies.
Efforts Against Rising Health Care Costs
During the shutdown, many Democrats, including Senators Rosen and Cortez Masto, have been actively opposing the increase in health care expenses.
Senator Jacky Rosen said, "President Trump and Republicans are weaponizing their power to bring suffering to working people."
She also affirmed her commitment to fight for the extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits after her vote.
Senator Cortez Masto's Statement
"I know the pain people are feeling during the government shutdown," said Senator Cortez Masto.
She expressed her intention to focus on passing a full, bipartisan budget for 2026, aiming to restore funding cuts made by President Trump once the government reopens.
Summary
Both Nevada senators voted to end the shutdown, emphasizing their commitment to healthcare affordability and a bipartisan budget restoration.
Author's note: Nevada's senators united to reopen the government amid healthcare concerns and plan to pursue bipartisan budget solutions for 2026.