Kevin McCarthy capitulates to Matt Gaetz’s demands following colossal failure of spending bill – Report.
The House of Representatives to Vote on Individual Appropriations Bills Instead of Continuing Resolution
The House of Representatives is set to take a different approach to keep the government open. Rather than relying on a continuing resolution as a temporary measure, lawmakers are planning to vote on individual appropriations bills next week. This strategy was revealed by Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz and other Republicans after a meeting with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Gaetz emphasized the need to cut spending and mentioned specific bills that should be prioritized, such as State-Foreign Ops, Agriculture, Energy, and Water. Gaetz’s proactive stance on the issue was noted by NBC News political analyst Jake Sherman.
This is now the strategy. They’re going to bring up individual approps bills next week, per lawmakers who just met with @SpeakerMcCarthy @mattgaetz strategy is now house gop’s plan.
W @bresreports https://t.co/hhOCMHrw8c
— Jake Sherman (@JakeSherman) September 21, 2023
However, this shift in strategy is not without challenges. On Thursday, five Republicans joined Democrats in voting against moving forward on the defense appropriations bill, resulting in its failure. These conservatives are pushing for more spending cuts. CNN correspondent Manu Raju reported that Gaetz informed his conference that seven Republicans would vote against any continuing resolution to keep the government open. This situation may require McCarthy to work with Democrats to pass a stop-gap measure, which could potentially jeopardize his position as House Speaker.
Gaetz just told his conference that seven Rs would vote against any CR to keep goverment open.
That means McCarthy may have to work with Dems to pass a stop-gap
If he does, Gaetz tells me here that McCarthy will be out of a job “promptly.”
Roy says it would “not be a good move” pic.twitter.com/Ydrjzs2rHz— Manu Raju (@mkraju) September 20, 2023
With a majority of 221-212 in the House, the Republicans need 217 votes to pass legislation. However, three Republican members are currently absent due to medical reasons. Majority Leader Steve Scalise is undergoing cancer treatment, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna just had a baby, and Rep. Frank Lucas is recovering from surgery, as reported by NBC News.
.@RepTimBurchett confirms the votes do not exist to pass a continuing resolution.
Single-subject spending bills.
Let’s get to it! pic.twitter.com/x6QYO6MY4v
— Rep. Matt Gaetz (@RepMattGaetz) September 21, 2023
Previously, there was an attempt to pass a continuing resolution that would have extended government spending until Oct. 31. However, about a dozen Republican members expressed opposition to the measure. Gaetz, in particular, voiced his disagreement with the continuing resolution and shared a post on social media platform X, where former President Donald Trump urged Republicans to use the power of the purse to address issues such as border security and government overreach.
Trump Opposes the Continuing Resolution.
Hold the line. pic.twitter.com/rBExrNUZN9
— Matt Gaetz (@mattgaetz) September 21, 2023
By voting on individual appropriations bills instead of a continuing resolution, the House aims to address the country’s fiscal challenges. The U.S. is currently facing a deficit of over $2 trillion for fiscal year 2023, with a national debt of $33 trillion. The interest payments on the debt have increased significantly, reaching $644 billion in the first 11 months of fiscal 2023. This amount is close to the spending on national defense. The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget highlights that spending has risen by 9 percent compared to the previous year, largely due to new programs introduced by the Democrats. It is clear that the current path is unsustainable, and it is crucial to take action to address the fiscal situation.
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What challenges do the Republicans face in passing legislation, particularly in light of the absence of three members for medical reasons
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The decision to vote on individual appropriations bills comes as Congress faces a deadline to avoid a government shutdown on October 1st. A continuing resolution would have been a temporary solution to keep the government funded at current levels until a long-term spending deal could be reached. However, some Republicans, led by Rep. Gaetz, believe that this approach doesn’t go far enough in addressing the need to cut spending and prioritize certain areas such as State-Foreign Ops, Agriculture, Energy, and Water.
The move to vote on individual appropriations bills, however, is not without its challenges. The failure of the defense appropriations bill due to opposition from five Republicans highlights the internal divisions within the party. These conservatives are pushing for more spending cuts, which could complicate the passage of individual appropriations bills. Additionally, Gaetz’s prediction that seven Republicans would vote against any continuing resolution puts House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in a precarious position. If McCarthy were to work with Democrats to pass a stop-gap measure, it could potentially result in his removal as House Speaker.
Another obstacle facing the Republicans is the absence of three members due to medical reasons. With a slim majority of 221-212, every vote counts, and the absence of these members makes passing legislation more challenging. Majority Leader Steve Scalise’s cancer treatment, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna’s recent childbirth, and Rep. Frank Lucas’s recovery from surgery leave the Republicans with a tighter margin for success.
The decision to vote on individual appropriations bills instead of relying on a continuing resolution signifies a shift in strategy for the House of Representatives. This approach allows lawmakers to have more control and input in the budgeting process. However, the challenges, both internal and external, highlight the significant obstacles that need to be overcome to ensure the government remains funded and operational. As lawmakers prepare to vote on individual appropriations bills, the next few weeks will prove crucial in determining the future of government funding and the effectiveness of this new strategy.
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