– GOP struggles to pass $826 billion Defense spending bill for the third time.
– Failure to pass has implications on Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy’s leadership.
– Possibility of governmental shutdown inches closer as lawmakers exit D.C.
Stalemate in the House ensures possible shutdown looms
The U.S. House Republicans suffered their third consecutive defeat in their attempts to instigate a discussion on the Defense funding bill. This unforeseen failure with a 212-216 vote rejecting the proposed rule for the nearly $826 billion Defense spending measure seemingly struck a blow to the tenure of Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
Rally behind McCarthy unable to secure a win
Despite a rallying of House GOP lawmakers less than a day prior to the vote, the faction was unable to cross the threshold necessary to get the Defense spending bill off the ground. This comes in an unwelcome time as lawmakers prepare for an imminent recess, leaving the potential for a government shutdown lingering in the air.
The Breezy Take
The repeated inability of the GOP to pass the crucial Defense spending bill highlights potential discord within their ranks. With Majority Leader McCarthy’s leadership put into question, the future dynamics of the House will be a facet to closely watch. As lawmakers depart for recess, the threat of a government shutdown becomes increasingly concrete, promising turbulent times for Missourians and all Americans.
Original article: https://missouriindependent.com/2023/09/21/shutdown-inches-closer-as-u-s-house-gop-fails-to-pass-defense-bill-lawmakers-exit-d-c/