Senate passes aid for veterans harmed by burn pits

After nearly a week of delays, outrage and protests, the Senate passed a bill to expand healthcare and disability benefits for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits in Iraq and Afghanistan. Republicans faced intense criticism, including from comedian Jon Stewart, after blocking the bill last week. Scott MacFarlane has more.

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Senate passes aid for veterans harmed by burn pits


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