WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Justice released the following statement after Senate Democrats rejected a clean government funding bill and forced the federal government into a shutdown:   “This shouldn’t be a food fight. Senate Republicans put forward a clean bill to keep the government open: a bill similar to what Democrats have voted for 13 times in the past. Now, West Virginians will face the fallout of a Democrat forced government shutdown all over political demands. This is not negotiating, this is plain and simple political sabotage at the expense of the American people. In West Virginia, we have always done what’s right:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Justice introduced legislation to redesignate a playground in the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve as the “Hearts of Gold Playground: In Honor of West Virginia Children and Families Impacted by Childhood Cancer.” “This playground is so much more than swings and slides. It’s a place that shows the true heart of West Virginia. Every West Virginia child and family that’s had to fight cancer is honored here, and Lord knows that battle is tougher than tough. My hope is that when kids are running and laughing here, when families are making memories here, it brings a

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Justice applauded President Trump and Energy Secretary Chris Wright’s investment of $625 million into American coal industry – aimed to modernize production, lower energy costs, and keep America dominant in artificial intelligence: “President Trump and Secretary Chris Wright are right on the money with investments like this in the coal industry. I’ve said for a long time that we are going to face an energy crisis of massive proportions, having to choose between powering our homes or powering industry unless we act. This is smart policy in action. I’m proud of what we are getting done here with regard