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politics6 months ago

GOP and Red State Backlash Emerge Over Climate and Energy Policies

House Speaker Mike Johnson predicts he has the votes to pass the GOP domestic policy megabill before July 4, amid intense debate including a record-breaking speech by Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries aimed at delaying the bill's passage. The bill, supported by most Republicans, is set for final approval after negotiations and last-minute assurances from President Trump to conservative holdouts. The process involved extensive floor speeches, procedural votes, and political negotiations, with the bill expected to be signed into law soon.

via Politico|
#gop-megabill#house-republicans#house-vote
politics6 months ago

Senate and House Clash Over Medicaid Cuts and Healthcare Funding

The Senate is set to vote on the final amendments of the GOP megabill, with mixed support and ongoing negotiations, while House Democrats oppose it and are preparing to block its passage. Key issues include Medicaid funding, food aid, and energy tax credits, with significant debate over the bill's impact and procedural delays. President Trump has hinted at extending the July 4 deadline for passing the legislation.

via Politico|
#energy-tax-credits#gop-megabill#house-opposition
politics6 months ago

Senate Removes Regulation-Reducing Provisions from GOP Megabill

The Senate parliamentarian ruled that a GOP provision penalizing the Pentagon for transparency violations violates reconciliation rules, removing a key oversight tool, while other parts of the GOP megabill face similar procedural challenges, impacting defense, environmental, and financial provisions amid ongoing negotiations and political disputes.

via Politico|
#budget-reconciliation#defense-oversight#gop-megabill
politics6 months ago

Parliamentarian blocks key provisions in major GOP legislative efforts

Key provisions of the GOP's megabill faced rejection by the Senate parliamentarian for violating budget rules, leading to potential revisions. The bill includes contentious measures on infrastructure, environmental regulations, defense funding, and social programs, with ongoing negotiations and political tensions among Republicans and Democrats. Additional developments involve a House resolution on LA riots, a police investigation into a road rage incident involving Rep. Max Miller, and GOP debates over Medicaid and border security funding. The legislative process remains complex, with procedural hurdles and intra-party disagreements shaping the bill's future.

via Politico|
#budget-reconciliation#gop-megabill#legislation
politics7 months ago

Tensions Rise Over GOP Tax Bill as Deadline Approaches

The Senate Finance Committee is intensifying negotiations on the GOP megabill, with key meetings at the White House to discuss tax components, while House GOP plans to pass a $9.4 billion spending rescission package, amidst political debates and upcoming special elections. Meanwhile, Democrats are vying for leadership positions and responding to internal and external challenges.

via Politico|
#gop-megabill#politics#senate-finance-committee
politics7 months ago

House GOP Negotiations and Spending Cuts in Focus

Speaker Mike Johnson criticized Elon Musk for opposing the GOP megabill, which Musk called a 'disgusting abomination,' but Johnson defended the bill after a discussion with Musk. The bill remains a contentious issue among Republicans and Democrats, with ongoing negotiations in Congress about its provisions, including tax and spending components, amid internal disagreements and external opinions from influential figures like Musk.

via Politico|
#elon-musk#gop-megabill#house-legislation