Democrats are encouraged by Johnson’s trust in minority support, signaling a path to victory in November
Democrats’ Growing Influence in the House
With Republicans holding a narrow and unruly majority in the House of Representatives, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) has had to rely on Democrats in some key votes to prevent government shutdowns. Johnson, who was thrust into the role of House speaker after hard-right Republicans teamed up with Democrats to remove then-House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, has attempted to steer the chamber through the hijinks of the slim GOP majority.
Democrats: The Key to Averting Shutdowns
With Johnson relying on Democrats for multiple stopgaps to avoid a government shutdown, including the likely need for Democratic votes to avoid a shutdown this week, Democrats are feeling good about their chances to retake the chamber in November.
- House Democrats see the reliance on them as a “double win,” allowing them to advance their spending priorities while playing a pivotal role in critical votes.
- Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) noted the advantage of ensuring bills pass intact, minimizing damage, all while not in charge.
Republicans currently hold a slim majority in the House, setting the stage for a closely contested battle for control in November. The outcome of the 22 “toss-up” seats will determine which party reaches the crucial 218 seats for a majority.
Democrats’ Role in Finding Solutions
Despite the challenges in passing spending bills, Democrats believe they are actively contributing to solutions, even if the process is less than ideal.
- Rep. Ed Case (D-HI) emphasized the importance of Democrats being part of the solution, adapting to the current political landscape.
While some Democrats leverage their influence to push for their priorities and project themselves as problem-solvers ahead of elections, certain Republicans express frustration over the perceived over-reliance on Democrats in key negotiations.
Republican Discontent and Calls for Change
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) criticized the lack of action on border security in the spending deal, labeling the GOP majority’s performance as a “complete failure.” Additionally, Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) highlighted the need for substantial discussions within the GOP leadership regarding spending agreements.
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