“I continue to believe that we must pass a funding bill, which includes border security.
"While securing our border is extremely important, it should not come at the cost of neglecting the fundamental duty of keeping the lights turned on. I voted to keep the government open, but unfortunately, it looks like we are heading towards a partial government shut down. I will continue to vote to fund government at every opportunity, and I hope the Senate can find a compromise.
"We must reopen the government as soon as possible, and all sides should give a little to make that happen.”
