Political Risks and Controversial Moves: A Recap of Recent Republican Actions
Vulnerable Republicans, including Representative Jen Kiggans of Virginia, took a political risk by voting in favor of adding partisan restrictions, including one that would reverse a Pentagon policy on abortion services for military personnel, to the annual defense policy bill. Democrats argue that this move could cost the GOP their House majority in the upcoming elections. While some Republicans defended their votes, others expressed regret and acknowledged the potential negative impact on swing districts. Many believe that the controversial amendments will be stripped out of the bill by the Democrat-controlled Senate.