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politics2 years ago

"Republicans' Concerns Mount as 2024 Approaches: Lack of Achievements Raises Alarm"

Republican lawmakers are expressing frustration over their lack of legislative accomplishments since winning the majority in 2022, with some openly questioning whether the GOP deserves to keep the House majority. The party's struggle to pass substantive legislation and govern effectively with a Democratic-led Senate has complicated their pitch to voters for the 2024 election. With 10 months until Election Day, Republicans are facing pressure to salvage what has been a historically unproductive congressional session and pass new laws in the divided government.

via NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth|
#2024-election#divided-government#gop-frustration
politics2 years ago

House Dysfunction: 724 Votes, 27 Laws - A Year of Chaos and Inefficiency

The Republican-led House of Representatives in 2023 passed only 27 bills that became law, despite holding a total of 724 votes, making it the least productive year in terms of lawmaking in the past decade. This is in stark contrast to the previous year when Democrats had unified control of Congress and passed 248 bills that were signed into law. The low productivity is attributed to deep party divisions, a slim majority that requires near unanimity, and a right-wing faction focused on reining in government rather than passing new laws. The House saw a flurry of activity with multiple votes on speaker candidates, attempts to expel members, and censuring Democratic lawmakers, but these actions did not result in significant legislative accomplishments.

via The New York Times|
#divided-government#house-of-representatives#legislative-productivity
politics2 years ago

"Virginia Election Results: Implications for GOP Presidential Speculation and Democratic Policy"

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin's hopes of a Republican-controlled statehouse were dashed as Democrats retained their Senate majority and flipped the House of Delegates in Tuesday's elections. This outcome is expected to quiet speculation about Youngkin's potential entry into the 2024 presidential race. While Youngkin's campaign with a Republican candidate did secure a win, his ability to enact his agenda will be limited by continued divided government. Youngkin's future political aspirations remain uncertain, with some speculating he may run for president in 2028 or the U.S. Senate.

via ABC News|
#divided-government#election-losses#glenn-youngkin