Rep. Rich McCormick (R-GA) abruptly canceled a scheduled CNN interview following a contentious town hall meeting where constituents expressed anger over federal layoffs and spending cuts initiated since Donald Trump's return to office. During a separate interview, Rep. Cliff Bentz (R-OR) emphasized the need for Congress to take financial cuts seriously, such as proposing a reduction of 10% in staff costs. Bentz noted that he faced similar discontent from constituents in his town halls, highlighting growing accountability demands on Congress members amid budgetary constraints.
...the massive federal layoffs and spending freezes happening since President Donald Trump took office for the second time. The cuts are part of White House adviser Elon Musk's ostensible attempt at reducing costs.
I would anticipate just such a suggestion, Bentz replied. And we in fact discussed it with my staff literally over the past week.
If it is truly important to reduce the size of the federal government, should Congress show their sincerity, demonstrate your sincerity by making 10% cuts to your staffs?
Tapper wrapped up the interview and said: We should note we were also supposed to speak with Georgia Congressman Rich McCormick. He was booked when we started the show.
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