Author: Mike Lillis

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) made it clear that Democrats are standing firm in rejecting any short-term spending bill with Trump-backed policies included or any delay in addressing 2025 spending. Jeffries highlighted that the Republican leadership has already supported the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA), which determines government spending levels. Jeffries emphasized the importance of fiscal responsibility and transparency in government spending decisions, signaling that Democrats are committed to upholding these principles. By opposing the inclusion of Trump-backed agenda items and pushing for timely resolution of 2025 spending issues, Democrats are aiming to maintain financial stability and accountability in government…

House Democratic leaders are vehemently opposing the Republicans’ short-term spending bill, citing concerns about military readiness and the looming threat of a government shutdown. Following a meeting with the Democratic Caucus, party leaders expressed their disapproval of the GOP’s proposed six-month funding bill. The Democrats believe that the Republican plan does not adequately address the needs of the military and could potentially lead to harmful consequences. They are actively working to rally support against the bill and prevent a government shutdown. With tensions rising on Capitol Hill, the battle over the spending bill is heating up. Democrats are determined to…