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Jon Stewart returns to Daily Show to push 9/11 first-responders health act

Comedian Jon Stewart has returned to The Daily Show where he made a push to renew a law that provides health benefits for first responders who became ill after the Sept. 11 terror attacks.

Former host pushes political buttons on first visit back

Comedian Jon Stewart has returned to The Daily Showwhere he made a push to renew a law that provides health benefits for first responders who became ill after the Sept. 11 terror attacks.

Stewart was a guest on The Daily Show With Trevor Noahon Monday night.

Stewart urged, badgered and exhorted Congress, especially Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, to pass the Zadroga Act.

The law expired last month but has enough funding to last another year.

Proponents of the law are seeking its permanent extension, but some Republicans have opposed that, saying they want a chance to periodically review it and make sure it's operating soundly.

Noah took over as host of The Daily Showin September, succeeding Stewart, who stepped down in August after 16 years.

Comedian Jon Stewart is seen in November at the 9th Annual Stand Up For Heroes event in New York. (Greg Allen/Associated Press)