House Republican leaders are pushing for a vote on a budget resolution this week to advance President Trump’s agenda of tax cuts and increased funding for immigration enforcement. With a slim majority, Republicans can only afford one defection from their own party for the resolution to pass. The resolution would give committees the go-ahead to write legislation covering taxes, immigration, military spending, and energy policy. Some Republicans, like Rep. Chip Roy, have expressed concerns about the deficit-reduction targets in the resolution, while others, like Rep. Victoria Spartz, have cited worries about excessive spending.
There is division within the party, with Rep. Tony Gonzales undecided, and others urging caution when it comes to cutting health care benefits. The House and Senate disagree on the approach to passing Trump’s agenda, with the House preferring to consolidate everything into one bill while the Senate wants to break it up. If the House vote fails, Republicans may have to fall back on the Senate’s $340 billion budget resolution.
Democrats are rallying against the budget resolution, fearing its impact on health care. They are particularly concerned about potential cuts to Medicaid as part of the committee’s mandate to reduce spending by $880 billion. A recent poll conducted in swing congressional districts shows health care costs as a top concern for voters, with favorable reactions to extending tax credits under the Affordable Care Act. Overall, the high-stakes vote on the budget resolution is causing both parties to mobilize their members and gear up for a challenging legislative battle.
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