While calling the inability to reach a compromise "disappointing," Gay said the possibility of an understanding is "very much alive."
"We hope that during the congressional recess leadership on both sides of the aisle will come to agreement on terms of the debate and that the Senate comes back to consideration of the measure promptly," he said.
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