Lindsey Graham blocks House-passed bill to repeal shutdown deal provision allowing $500,000 lawsuits from senators - CBS News
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Lindsey Graham blocked a House bill to repeal a shutdown deal provision that allows senators to file $500,000 lawsuits. Senate Republicans rejected a Democratic effort to force a vote on the issue, sparking controversy.
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