WEDNESDAY (11/12):

UPDATE: November 12 at 6:30 p.m.

Congressman Michael Baumgartner (WA-05) issued the following statement on ending the government shutdown:

"The Democrat’s decision to shut down the government was a monumental waste of time that hurt a lot of people. I’m relieved that this pointless DC drama is finally over and families across Eastern Washington can breathe a sigh of relief,” said Congressman Baumgartner. “Instead of playing political games that threatened paychecks, benefits for the most needy, and the livelihoods of hardworking Americans, we should have focused on practical solutions from the beginning. I thank the Democrats who were willing to work across the aisle to end this needless shutdown and put country over party. Now it’s time to get government workin

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