{"id":2385454,"date":"2025-01-02T07:28:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-02T12:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/can-the-gop-keep-it-together-to-deliver-success-for-trump\/"},"modified":"2025-01-02T07:30:16","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T12:30:16","slug":"can-the-gop-keep-it-together-to-deliver-success-for-trump","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/can-the-gop-keep-it-together-to-deliver-success-for-trump\/","title":{"rendered":"Can the GOP keep it together to deliver success for Trump?"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">22<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fcan-the-gop-keep-it-together-to-deliver-success-for-trump%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2385454&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>The article from the Washington Examiner discusses the challenges facing the GOP as thay prepare for president-elect Donald Trump&#8217;s first \u2062100 days in\u2062 office.With Republicans gaining control of both chambers of Congress, they have the opportunity to advance Trump&#8217;s agenda,\u200c which prominently includes issues like illegal immigration and tariffs. However, the party has struggled with internal conflicts and infighting, particularly since taking control of the \u200bHouse\u200c in\u200b 2023.This discord\u2063 has \u200bled to\u200d legislative gridlock, raising concerns about their ability to effectively implement Trump\u2019s policies.<\/p>\n<p>As the new Congress convenes, Republicans hold a slim majority, which complicates \u2063the election of \u2062a \u2063new House Speaker \u200band increases tensions among party members. Trump&#8217;s support will be crucial for the \u200dsuccess of the incoming speaker,Mike Johnson,especially given that previous\u2064 leadership elections have shown deep divisions within\u2063 the party.<\/p>\n<p>Looking ahead,GOP leaders will face the\u200d challenge of\u2063 maintaining communication and unity between the House and Senate\u200c to ensure legislative progress. \u200dThe article emphasizes the importance of setting aside personal agendas to focus \u200con collective goals while also navigating trump&#8217;s \u200dinfluence over party members.the GOP&#8217;s ability to present a united front will significantly impact their legislative success \u200cin the upcoming term.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"readmore\">\n    <button onclick=\"showReadMore()\" id=\"readmorebtn\">Read more&#8230;<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<hr id=\"line\">\n<span id=\"more\"><\/p>\n<p><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><\/p>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><span class=\"tdb-mobile-menu-button\"><i class=\"tdb-mobile-menu-icon td-icon-mobile\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><span class=\"tdb-header-search-button-mob dropdown-toggle\" data-toggle=\"dropdown\"><i class=\"tdb-mobile-search-icon td-icon-search\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><span class=\"tdb-mobile-menu-button\"><i class=\"tdb-mobile-menu-icon td-icon-mobile\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\">\n<div class=\"tdb-drop-down-search\" aria-labelledby=\"td-header-search-button\">\n<div class=\"tdb-drop-down-search-inner\">\n<form method=\"get\" class=\"tdb-search-form\" action=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/\"><\/form>\n<div class=\"tdb-aj-search\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/#\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Search\" class=\"tdb-head-search-btn dropdown-toggle\" data-toggle=\"dropdown\"><i class=\"tdb-search-icon td-icon-search\"><\/i><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\">\n<h1 class=\"tdb-title-text\">Can the GOP keep it together to deliver success for Trump in his first 100 days?<\/h1>\n<div><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-title-line\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\">\n<div id=\"Brid_1922721\" class=\"tpd-featured-video bridtv\"><\/div>\n<p><em>In the spirit of the season, the&nbsp;<\/em>Washington Examiner<em>&nbsp;has identified 12 issues we believe will shape and influence 2025 and beyond. The incoming Trump administration has made the fight against illegal immigration and the use of tariffs its flagship policy items. The United States will also possibly undergo a health revolution, while very real questions need to be answered on everything from Social Security reform to the military to the changing landscape of the energy sector. Part 9 is on Republican unity on Capitol Hill. <\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"article-paywall\">\n<p>When <a href=\"http:\/\/washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/republicans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Republicans<\/a> gain a trifecta by the end of January, it will become far easier for the party to pass legislation and enact President-elect <a href=\"http:\/\/washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/donald-trump\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Donald Trump<\/a>&rsquo;s agenda &mdash; that is if they can overcome the intraparty fighting that has plagued the GOP over the last two years.<\/p>\n<p>By the time Trump is sworn in on Jan. 20, the president-elect will have both chambers of <a href=\"http:\/\/washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/congress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Congress<\/a> ready to pass key legislation and usher in a slate of new policies regarding national security and more. But if the last two years are any indication, that may be easier said than done.<\/p>\n<p>Since Republicans took control of the <a href=\"http:\/\/washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/house-of-representatives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">House<\/a> in 2023, GOP lawmakers have quarreled over legislation, often leaving the party at a standstill on must-pass bills. That infighting between different factions of the Republican conference was evident in the last weeks of the 118th Congress, indicating that navigating the trifecta and keeping it together for Trump may be more difficult than they imagined.<\/p>\n<p>And that infighting might interfere with the Republicans&rsquo; majority before they even get started.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/house\/3271175\/how-gop-infighting-over-speaker-fight-could-delay-trump-certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>HOW GOP INFIGHTING OVER SPEAKER FIGHT COULD DELAY TRUMP CERTIFICATION<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Johnson faces growing opposition as he looks to nail down speakership<\/h2>\n<p>The 119th Congress is set to be sworn in Friday, and a new speaker is expected to be chosen that day &mdash; if all goes to plan.<\/p>\n<p>Once that is complete, Republicans will hold a virtually nonexistent majority, especially when some House GOP members move to the Trump administration and leave vacancies that will take months to fill.<\/p>\n<p>The process of choosing a speaker has evolved in recent years from being merely a procedural formality to now acting as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/house\/3271175\/how-gop-infighting-over-speaker-fight-could-delay-trump-certification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">game of internal politics<\/a> &mdash; something that could haunt Johnson as he looks to secure a second term as the chamber&rsquo;s top leader.<\/p>\n<p>When lawmakers are sworn in, Republicans will have a 219-215 majority, meaning Johnson can only afford to have one party member defect on his candidacy before it tanks his bid altogether. Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) has already said he would not vote for Johnson, and a handful of others have said they may reconsider &mdash;&nbsp;possibly putting Johnson&rsquo;s speakership in jeopardy.<\/p>\n<p>A dragged-out speaker&rsquo;s race is not necessarily new for this GOP majority. When former Rep. Kevin McCarthy tried his hand at becoming speaker in January 2023, it took four days and 15 ballots to secure the speakership. And even that came at a cost as McCarthy was forced to make a number of side deals with members to secure their support &mdash; with one of those <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/trump-endorses-mike-johnson-for-speaker-amid-growing-opposition-washington-examiner\/\" title=\"Trump endorses Mike Johnson for speaker amid growing opposition - Washington Examiner\">agreements eventually leading<\/a> to his ouster.<\/p>\n<p>Trump&rsquo;s support could mean the difference between Johnson winning and losing the speakership, and the president-elect has already endorsed him for a second term. But after the most <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3YuVZYV\">recent government shutdown saga<\/a> last month, the president-elect is reportedly upset with the speaker and has privately considered dropping him for another leader.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How GOP leaders can keep business cordial between Trump and Congress<\/h2>\n<p>If Johnson remains in control of the House, he will join Senate Majority Leader-elect John Thune (R-SD) in leading the Republican Party and working with Trump on key legislation and policies &mdash; and managing situations in which Trump and Congress do not see eye to eye.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;The biggest challenge is always making sure that the Senate and the House are on the same page, and you have two relatively inexperienced leaders,&rdquo; GOP strategist John Feehery told the <em>Washington Examiner<\/em>. &ldquo;[Thune&rsquo;s] been around a long time, but this is the first time he&rsquo;s been [majority] leader. And you have Johnson, who&rsquo;s only been speaker for a year.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>He said the top goals for both Johnson and Thune will be to &ldquo;overdo it on communication.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;People don&rsquo;t have their ego stroked, and it becomes very difficult to get anything done,&rdquo; Feehery said. &ldquo;You have to be able to put aside your personal agendas and just push the views of your teammates.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>Another challenge Republican leaders will need to deal with is negotiating deals among members that could easily be upended by Trump and his allies outside of the halls of Congress &mdash; as was evident in the final weeks of the 118th Congress.<\/p>\n<p>Shortly after Johnson negotiated a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/what-to-expect-on-capitol-hill-this-week-amid-mad-dash-toward-government-shutdown\/\" title=\"What&#039;s happening on Capitol Hill this week as government shutdown looms\">temporary spending deal<\/a> with Democrats in both the House and Senate, the agreement was <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/house\/3264695\/scalise-spending-deal-dead-mass-gop-revolt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">scrapped due to outrage from Trump <\/a>and those in his close circles. Not only that, GOP leaders were then faced with a surprise eleventh-hour demand from Trump to include a debt ceiling increase in their final spending deal &mdash; something that divided the entire GOP caucus days before the government was scheduled to shut down.<\/p>\n<p>As a result, Johnson was tasked with mediating demands from Trump and those from within his House conference &mdash; a skill Republican leaders will need to perfect for the next two years in a GOP trifecta.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/in_focus\/3177509\/what-maga-gop-will-look-like-post-donald-trump\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>WHAT MAGA AND THE GOP WILL LOOK LIKE IN A POST-TRUMP ERA<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Republicans shooting with &lsquo;real bullets&rsquo; under a trifecta&nbsp;<\/h2>\n<p>Johnson came into the speakership at the end of 2023 after the historic ousting of McCarthy, inheriting a three-seat majority that made it extremely difficult to pass contentious policy along party lines.<\/p>\n<p>From foreign aid to government spending, Johnson and Republicans spent 2024 relying on Democrats to pass legislation &mdash; especially because the Senate and White House were under Democratic control. <\/p>\n<p>Many of the bills and resolutions passed this year were pushed over the finish line by Democrats after members such as those in the Freedom Caucus defected and voted no. However, strategists, including Feehery, point out that hard-line conservatives could do so because of the Democratic help they despised but unfortunately relied on.<\/p>\n<p>Now, with a GOP trifecta, Republicans are &ldquo;shooting with real bullets,&rdquo; Feehery said.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;You are making real decisions, and your political fate is totally tied up in the political fate of the president,&rdquo; Feehery said. &ldquo;So if you don&rsquo;t fall in line and just kind of go in your own direction and screw everything up, it not only hurts the whole team, but it also hurts you individually.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;The stakes are higher,&rdquo; he continued.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/washingtonexaminer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Besides the most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/is-it-too-much-to-ask-that-congress-clothe-our-marines-instead-of-financing-ukraines-forever-war\/\" title=\"Can Congress prioritize clothing our Marines over funding Ukraine&#039;s ongoing war?\">recent spending fight<\/a>, other intraparty conflicts include recess appointments of Trump&rsquo;s Cabinet picks, as well as the newly created Department of Government Efficiency that has allowed co-Chairman Elon Musk to wade into congressional politics, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/campaigns\/congressional\/3265360\/congress-grows-weary-elon-musk-meddling-spending-bill-crisis-unfolds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">to the dismay of many<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;The DOGE is something the president set up, and one of the things that Congress is really good at is protecting spending,&rdquo; Feehery said. &ldquo;As an institution, it&rsquo;s built on that.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p> <script data-cfasync=\"false\" src=\"http:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/cdn-cgi\/scripts\/5c5dd728\/cloudflare-static\/email-decode.min.js\"><\/script><script>!function(){var g=window;g.googletag=g.googletag||{},g.googletag.cmd=g.googletag.cmd||[],g.googletag.cmd.push(function(){g.googletag.pubads().setTargeting(\"has-featured-video\",\"true\")})}();<\/script><script>var _bp=_bp||[];_bp.push({\"div\":\"Brid_1922721\",\"obj\":{\"id\":\"27789\",\"width\":\"1280\",\"height\":\"720\",\"stickyDirection\":\"below\",\"video\":\"1922721\"}});<\/script><script defer src=\"https:\/\/services.brid.tv\/player\/build\/brid.min.js\"><\/script><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Can the GOP unite to ensure Trump&#8217;s success in his first 100 days? 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