House Democrats left reeling after shock defections
Summary
Two House Democratic lawmakers, Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, voted with Republicans on a key procedural vote, allowing the passage of rules for debating a group of bills. This surprise move upset House Democratic leaders because it showed their limited control over some members and included a bill protecting lobstermen that Golden supports.Key Facts
- The House passed a procedural "rule" vote 210-208 with help from two centrist Democrats voting with Republicans.
- Reps. Jared Golden (Maine) and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (Washington) rarely follow party instructions or attend caucus meetings.
- The rule included a resolution condemning socialism and the Northeast Lobsterman Protection Act, which Golden co-leads.
- Golden voted for the rule partly because it protected lobstermen from environmental regulations aimed at protecting whales.
- Gluesenkamp Perez voted for it because it included Golden’s bill.
- House Democratic leaders and staff were not warned in advance about the defections.
- Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi expressed surprise and disappointment over the failed vote.
- The vote caused tensions and criticism within the House Democratic leadership and membership.
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