WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) released the following statement in response to the government shutdown.

“Nobody benefits from shutting down the government, especially when there are ongoing threats to the security and safety of Americans. I voted today to fund our military and extend for six years the Children’s Health Insurance Program for needy families. It is irresponsible that some sought this shutdown over their agenda on illegal immigration.”

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