Rep. Bacon says the idea of Republicans teaming up with Democrats on a 'clean' debt limit extension to avert default is 'DOA' in the House.
Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., said Monday evening that using a procedural tool known as a discharge petition to force a House vote on a"clean" debt limit increase
Bacon has been a vocal critic of his party’s far right wing, which is threatening to withhold support for a debt limit hike unless Biden accedes to conservative policy concessions. He previously opened the door to a discharge petition as a fallback, but now he’s closing it. If Bacon is not on board, it’s doubtful any Republican will be.
Good praised McCarthy’s remarks earlier in the day demanding that Biden agree to “sit down and negotiate” and “commit to finding common ground on a responsible debt limit increase,” as well as “move towards a balanced budget.” McCarthyUltraconservative Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., said Republicans are crafting a specific spending-cut plan that can get 218 votes, and potentially land in the next few weeks.
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