The House is bracing for a crucial vote on a budget resolution involving substantial financial changes, including a $4.5 trillion tax cut and a $4 trillion debt ceiling increase. Despite Republican Majority Leader Steve Scalise urging party members to rally, dissent continues to brew among lawmakers. Some express firm opposition, citing concerns over the impact on Trump’s agenda. With a narrow majority, every vote is critical, and Democrats aim for strong attendance to increase pressure on Republicans. Skepticism looms over whether the party can unite effectively to pass the resolution amid internal disagreements.
Every time we've had a big vote on the House floor, we're talking to members all the way up until the moment the vote closes," House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) said at a press conference.
I'm very straightforward with my opposition," said Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.), telling reporters that "a number of members have concerns.
If you don't support this budget resolution, that you're going to slow down the president's agenda - and you yourself will be responsible."
I don't know that they can pull this together. It's hard to say," says Rep. Scott Fitzgerald (R-Wis.).
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