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Whitesides explains vote to oppose continuing resolution

"Still, the failure to produce detailed spending plans for individual government departments and the decision to push vital decisions down the road raises doubts about the House majority’s capacity to function. The bill does not, for instance, deal with the need to raise the government’s borrowing limit — another looming crisis that could cause economic contagion within weeks without prompt action. It also fails to codify Musk’s swing at federal government jobs and programs into law — perhaps because they’re increasingly divisive and could threaten GOP unity."

FROM A PRESS RELEASE 8 hrs ago
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“This resolution also comes on the heels of the GOP budget framework which would gut hundreds of billions from Medicaid while raising the federal deficit by over $4 trillion.

“My vote (Tuesday) was a fight to restore these much-needed funds. We must return to the negotiating table, do our jobs, and complete the budget process so that our local law enforcement and community organizations get the funds they need and deserve.

“I will continue to put my constituents over partisan politics, and stand against attacks on my community and our most sacred programs like Medicaid and Social Security. Washington Republicans control the White House, the House, and the Senate. By choosing to walk away from bipartisan negotiations and craft a bill behind closed doors, they have put corrupt special interests first, and the American people second.”

Additionally, he said the proposed resolution includes cuts to critical federal programs, including veterans healthcare, the Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs for State and Local Law Enforcement Assistance Program and the cost of housing. Cuts also target the Disaster Relief Fund, Emergency Food Program, Rural Development Broadband, National Institutes of Health, Social Security Administration, Corps of Engineers’ Civil Works projects, Local Transportation Safety Projects, USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture and Natural Resources Conservation Service.

Republicans also added language in the rule that blocks the House from voting on any resolution to end President Donald Trump’s tariffs under Section 202 of the National Emergencies Act. In effect, by waiving Congress’ authority to override Trump tariffs under the NEA, the GOP is providing a rubber stamp for any and all tariffs, and removing Congressional oversight in the process, Whitesides said.

https://www.avpress.com/news/whitesides-explains-vote-to-oppose-continuing-resolution/article_99fedc3e-ffba-11ef-8924-8f0513153314.html

The Democrat exhibits good common sense, and respect for the responsibility of his position.

WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (R-TX) released the statement below following her vote to pass the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act to fund the government through September 30th, 2025.

“South Texans gave us a mandate to deliver on the conservative agenda while cutting waste, fraud, and abuse of tax dollars. By passing today’s continuing resolution, we are extending government funding to continue our work to cut reckless spending, boost military defenses, support border patrol, and ensure families can access the programs they rely on. The overall bill spends less while supporting core government operations and our national security. Though I am disappointed that FY2025 Community Project Funding is not included in this legislation, my team will continue to monitor developments and work to secure critical investments for our communities.” – Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz
https://texasborderbusiness.com/de-la-cruz-statement-on-continuing-resolution/

The Republican parrots the fraudulent Trump/Musk cutting waste, fraud and abuse of tax dollars line.
Spending on good causes is not waste just because your ideological position says you don't like it.