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Democrats block Kennedy resolution to withhold senators' pay during government shutdowns
March 23, 2026
WASHINGTON, March 23 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:

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Democrats block Kennedy resolution to withhold senators' pay during government shutdowns

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Watch Kennedy's comments here.

WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) attempted to pass his resolution to withhold senators' pay during government shutdowns via unanimous consent on Sunday, but Senate Democrats objected and blocked . . .

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