Rep. Jim McGovern Talks Government Shutdown

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January 23, 2018

The U.S. Senate overwhelmingly voted to reopen the government Monday, and with that, essentially put off any permanent deal on immigration.

U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern, who represents the Second District of Massachusetts, joined Morning Edition to discuss the shutdown.

Deborah Becker is a senior correspondent and host at WBUR. Her reporting focuses on mental health, criminal justice and education.