Jon Stewart Reacts After 9/11 Compensation Fund Bill Passes Senate | NBC New York

Former host of “The Daily Show” Jon Stewart addresses the media after the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund extension passed the Senate on Tuesday.

More: The Senate voted Tuesday to extend funding for first responders suffering health problems as a result of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

In a 97-2 vote, the Senate overwhelmingly passed the bill that would effectively make the victims’ compensation fund for 9/11 first responders and other victims of the attacks permanent.

When it became apparent that he bill passed, the Senate Chamber erupted in applause.

The bill, which passed in the House on July 12, will now go to President Donald Trump’s desk for his signature.

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