Republicans Rage Against Johnson's Spending Resolution Chaos
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**Chaos** has erupted among House Republicans as frustrations mount over Speaker Mike Johnson’s handling of the end-of-year spending measure, a continuing resolution (CR) that some members are likening to the dreaded omnibus spending bills they have consistently opposed.
With a deadline looming to secure government funding beyond the current fiscal year, the proposed CR, which extends funding until March 14, has sparked outrage among Republicans who feel it is being unnecessarily complicated by unrelated provisions.
Key components of the package include $100.4 billion in disaster relief for hurricane-stricken regions and $10 billion in economic assistance for farmers—a move seen by many conservatives as a distraction from the pressing need for fiscal responsibility.
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia voiced her discontent, declaring, “It’s not a CR... it’s turning into an omnibus.”
The discontent within the party is palpable, with figures from across the Republican spectrum criticizing Johnson's approach to this critical funding measure.
Rep. Eric Burlison of Missouri described the situation as a “total dumpster fire,” expressing disappointment that the present Congress appears to be falling back into the same patterns of bloated spending that drove him to seek office in the first place.
“Legislate by crisis, legislate by calendar, not legislate because it's the right thing to do,” Burlison lamented, indicating a deep dissatisfaction with the legislative process under current leadership.
Additionally, members are grumbling about the undue influence of Democrats in shaping the funding process. Rep. Mike Lawler of New York, representing a district won by Biden in 2020, made a noteworthy point during a closed-door conference, asserting that the process has not been adequately member-driven.
Citing frustration with having to negotiate through Democratic leaders, Lawler snapped, “I’m not a f—-ing Democrat,” highlighting the stark divide within the party on how government funding should be approached.
The criticism reached a fever pitch during a GOP conference meeting Tuesday, where Johnson found himself defending the collaborative approach taken to draft the CR. In response to the backlash, Johnson claimed that the inclusion of various aid measures was a necessary response to natural disasters.
Nevertheless, many Republicans remain cautious, questioning whether they will be afforded a reasonable timeframe to review the legislation.
This uncertainty has overshadowed Johnson’s assurances about maintaining the traditional 72-hour review rule before a vote, leading to frustration among lawmakers eager to leave for the holiday recess.
Despite the turbulence, Johnson appears unfazed, expressing confidence that he can maintain support from the majority of House Republicans to secure passage of the CR.
As the clock ticks down to the funding deadline, all eyes are set on how this unfolding situation will influence Johnson’s leadership moving forward and the unity of the Republican Party as a whole.
With a slim GOP majority in the House, this funding bill is crucial not just for immediate government operations but also for the political future of Speaker Johnson amid rising dissent.
Sources:
yahoo.com
thefederalist.com
semafor.com
With a deadline looming to secure government funding beyond the current fiscal year, the proposed CR, which extends funding until March 14, has sparked outrage among Republicans who feel it is being unnecessarily complicated by unrelated provisions.
Key components of the package include $100.4 billion in disaster relief for hurricane-stricken regions and $10 billion in economic assistance for farmers—a move seen by many conservatives as a distraction from the pressing need for fiscal responsibility.
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia voiced her discontent, declaring, “It’s not a CR... it’s turning into an omnibus.”
The discontent within the party is palpable, with figures from across the Republican spectrum criticizing Johnson's approach to this critical funding measure.
Rep. Eric Burlison of Missouri described the situation as a “total dumpster fire,” expressing disappointment that the present Congress appears to be falling back into the same patterns of bloated spending that drove him to seek office in the first place.
“Legislate by crisis, legislate by calendar, not legislate because it's the right thing to do,” Burlison lamented, indicating a deep dissatisfaction with the legislative process under current leadership.
Additionally, members are grumbling about the undue influence of Democrats in shaping the funding process. Rep. Mike Lawler of New York, representing a district won by Biden in 2020, made a noteworthy point during a closed-door conference, asserting that the process has not been adequately member-driven.
Citing frustration with having to negotiate through Democratic leaders, Lawler snapped, “I’m not a f—-ing Democrat,” highlighting the stark divide within the party on how government funding should be approached.
The criticism reached a fever pitch during a GOP conference meeting Tuesday, where Johnson found himself defending the collaborative approach taken to draft the CR. In response to the backlash, Johnson claimed that the inclusion of various aid measures was a necessary response to natural disasters.
Nevertheless, many Republicans remain cautious, questioning whether they will be afforded a reasonable timeframe to review the legislation.
This uncertainty has overshadowed Johnson’s assurances about maintaining the traditional 72-hour review rule before a vote, leading to frustration among lawmakers eager to leave for the holiday recess.
Despite the turbulence, Johnson appears unfazed, expressing confidence that he can maintain support from the majority of House Republicans to secure passage of the CR.
As the clock ticks down to the funding deadline, all eyes are set on how this unfolding situation will influence Johnson’s leadership moving forward and the unity of the Republican Party as a whole.
With a slim GOP majority in the House, this funding bill is crucial not just for immediate government operations but also for the political future of Speaker Johnson amid rising dissent.
Sources:
yahoo.com
thefederalist.com
semafor.com
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