Dem floats plan to get Ukraine funding while 'rudderless' GOP gets its 'House in order'
As Republicans struggle to find a House speaker who they can mostly all agree on, one Democrat has put out a plan that would secure funding for Ukraine and Israel, as well as temporarily block a shutdown.
Wiley Nickel, who defeated Donald Trump-endorsed former North Carolina State University football player Bo Hines, stuck his neck out on Saturday to make a suggestion that would secure key funding goals for the Democrats instead of relying on far-right Republicans who have a stranglehold over their entire conference.
The move comes as Republicans appear to be at a stalemate in choosing a new House leader. The GOP has nominated two individuals already, but neither of them reportedly have the votes to win it.
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Oct 14, 2023