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Jon Stewart speaks at conference on Honoring Our PACT Act at Capitol

Veterans advocate Jon Stewart stands behind the crowd, minimizing distraction from a press conference on the Republican defeat of the Honoring Our PACT Act. The legislation would have eased access to healthcare for veterans and active duty members affected by exposure to toxins from burn pits. The bill originally passed the Senate with 84 votes, but Republican Senators objected to the final version, claiming it contained unrelated spending. (Photo by Allison Bailey/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#8598532
Date Taken	28 July 2022
Location	N/A
Photographer	Allison Bailey/NurPhoto
Category	Politics
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Allison Bailey/NurPhoto

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