TOPIC: David Bozell discusses the House Freedom Caucus' recent demands regarding the impending spending deadline in September, what that means for Congress and the country.
MONEYLINE:
"We cannot preach about limited government if we don't limit some government. We cannot preach that this Congress is an effective stop gap and an effective check-and-balance of this administration, unless we check it and balance it."
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
The House Freedom Caucus has historically challenged Kevin McCarthy's leadership, notably in the Speakership fight.
A crucial government funding vote approaches at the end of September; get ready for shutdown politics.
The Freedom Caucus's official positions require an 80% agreement among its members.
Their funding vote demands include a border security package, de-weaponizing the DOJ and FBI, ending Pentagon's "woke" policies, opposing a continuing resolution (CR), and overseeing Ukraine funds.
To be successful, the House Freedom Caucus must be willing to use all of their tools. Especially the motion to vacate the chair.
A majority of the Republican caucus will want to fund Biden's agenda, prioritizing self-preservation, as they have done historically.
If Congress can't defund Biden's unpopular policy, especially in managing spending, why are we bothering to put resources to winning those races?
RESOURCES:
コメント