All articles tagged with #gop majority
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
Adelita Grijalva, daughter of the late Congressman Raúl Grijalva, won a special election in Arizona's 7th District, further reducing the Republican majority in the House to 219-214, complicating Speaker Mike Johnson's efforts to pass legislation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
President-elect Donald Trump will assume office with a very narrow GOP majority in the House of Representatives, potentially starting with a 217-215 margin. This slim majority leaves little room for error, especially with potential resignations of GOP members joining Trump's administration. Speaker Mike Johnson has urged Trump to refrain from appointing more House members to his administration to maintain the majority. The narrow margin could complicate legislative efforts, such as extending the 2017 tax cuts, as any single Republican dissent could disrupt party-line votes.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Mediaite
Former President Donald Trump criticized Rep. Mike Gallagher for his decision to leave Congress, further reducing the GOP's slim majority in the House. Gallagher's departure, along with Rep. Ken Buck's exit, leaves the Republican Party with a precarious 217-214 advantage in the House. Trump's criticism comes as the GOP faces challenges in maintaining its position in the chamber.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
The Republican majority in the House is on edge as a series of early resignations have left them with a slim 217-213 lead over Democrats. With the potential for further departures, there's concern that the GOP's majority could slip away, possibly leading to a historic mid-term flip in control. While the chances of Democrats taking over mid-Congress are relatively low, the GOP's minuscule majority makes mid-session departures more consequential. The upcoming special elections are unlikely to jeopardize the GOP majority, but internal party fractures and threats to House Speaker Mike Johnson's position add to the uncertainty.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
Wisconsin Rep. Mike Gallagher has announced his early resignation in April, further reducing the already slim Republican majority in the House. His departure means Republicans can only afford to lose one vote if all Democrats stick together. Gallagher's decision comes amid internal divisions within the GOP, and his move to step down early follows criticism for voting against impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. His departure will impact the House Select Committee on China, which he chairs, and could lead to a ban on TikTok.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO
House Republicans who ousted George Santos expressed few regrets for their decision, despite losing his seat in a special election. The loss has further narrowed the GOP House majority, prompting some to question the party's strategy for winning battleground seats. While some blamed factors like poor campaign financing and weather, others criticized the decision to expel Santos before a conviction. The loss reflects a string of defeats for the GOP since the midterms, but some Republicans remain undeterred and are focusing on issues like immigration for future campaigns.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
House Republicans are grappling with regret over expelling former Rep. George Santos after Democrats flipped his seat in a special election, further narrowing their majority. Some Republicans feel vindicated, while others express no remorse for the decision. The loss has drawn worry among Republicans, who are struggling to define themselves on immigration debates and are pointing fingers at Democrats and fellow Republicans as they grapple with losing a pivotal New York seat in 2024.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo News
The upcoming special election in New York's 3rd Congressional District could further shrink the GOP's thin majority in the House of Representatives. The race is close, with former Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi running against Republican Nassau County Legislator Mazi Pilip. The outcome will impact Republican hopes of impeaching officials and passing crucial legislation. The GOP's narrow majority has made it difficult for party leaders to hold votes, and the upcoming election will be crucial in determining the future balance of power in the House.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Business Insider
House Republicans' majority is set to shrink even further as Kevin McCarthy announces his retirement, George Santos is expelled, and more lawmakers may leave. With the balance of power in the House at 219-213, Republicans can only afford to lose three votes on party-line legislation. Marjorie Taylor Greene expresses frustration, blaming the House Freedom Caucus and Republicans who voted to expel Santos. However, there are also Democratic departures and potential Republican wins in upcoming special elections. The situation highlights the challenges faced by the GOP and the lack of accomplishments during their time in the majority.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Hill
Mainstream House Republicans, frustrated with their anti-establishment colleagues, are launching a revolution against GOP Speaker nominee Jim Jordan. A group of 22 Republicans, including those from swing districts and safe ones, opposed Jordan on a second Speaker ballot. This organized move against Jordan, the founding chairman of the confrontational House Freedom Caucus, is a response to his brand of combative politics and his lack of skill sets needed to be an effective Speaker. Some Republicans are considering working with Democrats to empower Speaker Pro Tempore Patrick McHenry as the conference fails to coalesce around a Speaker.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Business Insider
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich commented on the challenges faced by the current GOP majority in the House, highlighting the slim margin for error in passing party priorities. In the 1990s, Gingrich stated that he could "afford to have five or six people be idiots" during faceoffs with President Bill Clinton. The recent passing of a 45-day stopgap spending measure to avert a government shutdown revealed the delicate position of House Republicans, with only 126 Republicans backing the bill and 90 voting against. The thin majority and the threat of future shutdowns have drawn comparisons to the friction between Clinton and Gingrich in the 1990s.