House GOP's parting message for Senate on reconciliation
Summary
House Republican leaders urge Senate Republicans to quickly consider a $95 billion reconciliation package before November, despite Senate Majority Leader John Thune’s plan to delay action until after government funding issues are resolved. The package includes funding for the Iran war, farm aid, and parts of the SAVE America Act, which only requires a simple majority to pass in the Senate.Key Facts
- House GOP leaders want the Senate to act fast on a $95 billion reconciliation bill.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune prefers to wait until government funding is settled before considering the budget plan.
- The reconciliation bill includes money for the war in Iran, support for farmers, and elements of the SAVE America Act.
- The SAVE America Act is favored by House conservatives and could pass without a filibuster due to the simple majority rule.
- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise said the White House is expected to increase pressure on the Senate.
- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Trump’s patience with Thune is running out.
- Thune says he does not have enough votes to pass the SAVE America Act.
- Some House conservatives accuse Thune of not seriously working on advancing the SAVE America Act.
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