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politics2 years ago

"Key Updates: House, Amber Alert, Trump Trial, Pope Francis, and Space Junk"

Rep. Matt Gaetz is attempting to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his role after McCarthy worked with Democrats to avoid a government shutdown. A 9-year-old girl who was abducted from a New York state park has been found safe and in good health. Former President Donald Trump appeared in court for the start of a $250 million civil fraud trial against him. Pope Francis has suggested that some people in same-sex unions could be blessed by Catholic priests, marking a potential reversal of previous statements. Satellite TV company Dish Network has been fined $150,000 for failing to properly dispose of one of its satellites, highlighting the growing issue of space junk.

via CNN|
#amber-alert#house-speaker-kevin-mccarthy#politics
politics2 years ago

Capitol Hill Showdown: Hardline Republicans Target House Speaker McCarthy

Hardline Republicans, led by Rep Matt Gaetz, are seeking to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy after he pushed through a last-minute spending bill with support from Democrats to avert a government shutdown. Gaetz, a vocal critic of McCarthy, plans to file a motion to vacate against the Speaker, citing the need for "trustworthy" leadership. McCarthy's decision to rely on Democratic votes for the spending bill has angered hard-right Republicans, who view it as a betrayal. The outcome of Gaetz's challenge remains uncertain, but McCarthy dismisses it as personal and vows to continue governing.

via bbc.com|
#government-shutdown#hardline-republicans#house-speaker-kevin-mccarthy
politics2 years ago

Congress Successfully Avoids Government Shutdown Through Bipartisan Efforts

Congress averted a government shutdown with a last-minute scramble as House Speaker Kevin McCarthy offered a plan that won the support of nearly all House Democrats and most Republicans to keep the government open through mid-November. The legislation, which also passed the Senate with broad bipartisan support, includes a 45-day "continuing resolution" with disaster relief funds, an extension of a federal flood insurance program, and reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration. The resolution does not include funding for Ukraine, a major priority for Democrats, sparking calls for separate legislation. McCarthy's move to rely on Democratic votes to keep the government open may endanger his tenure as speaker.

via The Washington Post|
#bipartisan-support#democrats#government-shutdown
politics2 years ago

Government Shutdown Averted as House Passes Funding Measure

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's decision to rely on Democratic votes to pass a short-term funding extension has angered hardline Republican conservatives, although they have not yet taken steps to oust him. The House passed a 45-day stopgap bill, which includes a measure to keep the Federal Aviation Administration operational. The White House has remained in touch with McCarthy throughout the day. Rep. Jamaal Bowman accidentally pulled a fire alarm before the House vote, leading to calls for an ethics investigation. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration.

via CNN|
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politics2 years ago

House Approves Short-Term Funding Bill to Prevent Shutdown

The House passed a bill to fund the government for 45 days, averting a government shutdown that was set to go into effect. The bill won support from more Democrats than Republicans, as House Speaker Kevin McCarthy relied on Democratic votes due to opposition from his hard-right flank. The bill will now go to the Senate for a vote. It does not include funding for Ukraine but does include spending for disaster relief. If no deal is reached, federal workers face furloughs, military troops will work without pay, and programs and services will face disruptions. McCarthy's earlier plan for steep spending cuts was rejected.

via CBS News|
#democrats#funding-bill#government-shutdown
politics2 years ago

"House Republicans scramble to avert shutdown as McCarthy rejects Senate spending bill"

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy rejects Senate legislation to keep the government running, as House Republicans struggle to unite around an alternative plan. With time running out before government funding expires, the House and Senate are pursuing different paths to avert a shutdown. McCarthy is scrambling to come up with a Republican stopgap plan while trying to force Senate Democrats into concessions. However, many GOP lawmakers are withholding support for a temporary measure, and some are considering joining Democrats to prevent a shutdown. McCarthy's ability to negotiate is in doubt, and he has little standing with Senate Democrats. The White House has urged McCarthy to compromise, but he has shown no interest in working with Democrats. A shutdown appears increasingly likely, with the House and Senate at an impasse.

via The Associated Press|
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politics2 years ago

"McCarthy ally challenges critics, urges unity to prevent shutdown"

Republican Congressman Don Bacon dismisses the threats from hardliners to unseat House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, stating that McCarthy is supported by the majority of Republicans in the House GOP conference. Bacon argues that a handful of insurgents, led by Rep. Matt Gaetz, represent only a small percentage of the conference and that their attempts to unseat the speaker would play into the Democrats' hands. Bacon urges the majority of Republicans to not be cowered or bullied by a few individuals and instead work in a bipartisan manner to govern for the country. The immediate problem for House Republicans is the looming deadline to fund the government by Sept. 30, with divisions in the GOP conference derailing the annual defense spending bill and causing disagreements over passing a stopgap funding bill.

via Fox News|
#bipartisanship#gop#government-funding