Moderate Dem says he would protect Speaker Johnson over Ukraine aid, government funding

Moderate Dem says he would protect Speaker Johnson over Ukraine aid, government funding

Rep. Jared Golden (D-Maine) said he would protect Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) gavel as long as he backs legislation to provide more aid to Ukraine and ensures the government remains open. Golden promised to stave off a motion to vacate if Johnson moves to bring the modified $66.32 billion foreign aid package — which includes … Read more

Chip Roy spars with Fox Business host over potential shutdown

Chip Roy spars with Fox Business host over potential shutdown

Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) clashed with Fox Business host Stuart Varney over the Texas Republican’s push for spending cuts with the next government funding deadline just weeks away. Asked by Varney if his top priority is avoiding a shutdown next month, Roy said, “I would tell you my top priority is trying to honor my … Read more