Deal to reopen government slowed by Paul objection on hemp language

Senate Republican and Democratic leaders say they need to resolve an objection from Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) about a provision in the government funding deal before they can accelerate consideration of the bill to end the 41-day shutdown. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) told reporters Monday morning there is only one “objector” to speeding [...]