The House rejected a stopgap bill put forward by Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La. , with 174 votes in favor and 235 against. The American Relief Act, 2025 aimed to fund the government until March, provide about $100 billion for disaster relief, extend the farm bill for a year, and pause the debt ceiling until January 2027. Key concessions made to Democrats were removed, leading to significant opposition from both parties.
Democrats were unhappy about the loss of previously negotiated priorities, with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries highlighting the importance of the bipartisan agreement for various groups across the nation. A considerable number of Republicans also opposed the bill, particularly regarding the debt suspension. U. S. Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, stated he would not agree to raise or suspend the debt ceiling without substantial spending cuts.
Congress has until Friday at midnight to agree on a deal to prevent a government shutdown.
https://www.thecentersquare.com/national/article_843595e6-be6a-11ef-a067-6b989e27c5a6.html
No comments:
Post a Comment