Summary
Some Republican lawmakers are expressing concerns about House Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to keep the House of Representatives out of session during the government shutdown. Despite this dissent, Speaker Johnson claims the majority of House Republicans support his strategy. The House has not been in session since September 19, and Johnson insists they will not reconvene until the Senate acts on a funding measure.
Key Facts
- House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing criticism from some Republican members about his strategy during the government shutdown.
- Representative Dan Crenshaw questioned the decision to remain on recess and how the House can compensate for lost time.
- Representatives Marjorie Taylor Greene and Kevin Kiley also voiced concerns about being out of session.
- The House has not conducted any voting since September 19.
- Speaker Johnson has stated that the House has already done its part by passing a stopgap funding measure.
- The dissenters represent a small fraction of House Republicans, according to Johnson.
- House Appropriations Chair Tom Cole supported Johnson, saying the House has acted appropriately.
- Johnson will only call back lawmakers once the Senate takes action on a funding resolution.
