Senate Democrats from Maryland and Virginia, including prominent figures like Senators Chris Van Hollen, Mark Warner, and Tim Kaine, are lining up to oppose a continuing resolution to avoid a government shutdown. The bill has a deadline of Friday night to pass in the Senate with at least 60 votes to prevent a shutdown. The Democrats are particularly concerned about a provision in the bill that would force Washington, D.C. to make $1 billion in cuts to city services. Senator Van Hollen called the bill “undemocratic and un-American.”
Virginia Senators Warner and Kaine have also voiced their opposition to the bill, citing concerns about the economy and the impact on everyday people. Republican Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky has also said he would oppose the plan. Despite support from most House Republicans, there is opposition from some including Congressman Thomas Massie and only one House Democrat, Congressman Jared Golden. Congressman Andy Harris of Maryland is among those who supported the bill in the House. The position of Senator Angela Alsobrooks on the resolution is still unknown.
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