Mike Johnson cancels more House votes in escalation of shutdown strategy, and it’s hard not to see this as a calculated move. Eliminating the possibility of even voting on crucial matters, well, it speaks volumes. This feels like a deliberate strategy, perhaps even part of a larger plan. It’s almost as if dismantling the system is the goal, and a crippled one is easier to take apart.
Mike Johnson cancels more House votes in escalation of shutdown strategy, and it’s hard not to notice the implications of this. The speaker’s power seems excessive, and it’s tempting to imagine how the Democrats might counter this.… Continue reading
In an effort to pressure Senate Democrats, Speaker Mike Johnson has canceled votes for the upcoming week. This move is designed to force Democrats to accept a “clean” continuing resolution (CR) to prevent a government shutdown, a tactic previously employed by Johnson. The cancellation of votes is a shift from earlier plans, and comes amid ongoing disagreements over the CR, with Democrats seeking provisions for healthcare subsidies. Additionally, keeping the House out of session delays a potential vote on releasing files related to Jeffrey Epstein, a move opposed by Republican leadership.
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Speaker Johnson defended Trump’s actions, acknowledging he is “trolling the Democrats” with content intended to mock their position. Despite the lighthearted nature of using memes and social media, Johnson emphasized the serious effects of the situation on federal employees. He maintained that the party does not take pleasure in the difficult decisions being made, despite some finding the mocking content entertaining.
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A viral clip shows Democratic Representative Madeleine Dean expressing to House Speaker Mike Johnson that President Trump’s address to military leaders indicated he was “unhinged.” Dean’s statement prompted Johnson to acknowledge the comment but also said similar sentiment could be said about the opposing side. The congresswoman cited the speech’s rambling nature as evidence, while a White House spokesperson responded by calling the comment a “bizarre, unhinged rant.” This exchange comes after Dean previously urged Johnson to challenge Trump regarding an AI-generated video she deemed “racist,” further highlighting tensions surrounding Trump’s rhetoric.
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Newly released footage reveals a tense exchange between Representative Madeleine Dean and Speaker Mike Johnson on Capitol Hill. The footage shows Dean directly stating that the former president is “unwell,” to which Johnson seemingly concedes, acknowledging that many on both sides share similar concerns. The discussion was sparked by Trump’s posting of a racist AI-generated video of Schumer and Jeffries. Dean also referenced the former president’s address to senior military leaders, which fact-checkers criticized for containing numerous falsehoods.
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The speaker expressed his caution when walking down stairs, emphasizing the importance of avoiding falls, referencing past presidents who have stumbled. He then contrasted his approach with that of a former president, whom he criticized but acknowledged for his quick descent down stairs. The speaker imitated the former president’s stair-walking style and shared how he would never adopt such a dangerous practice. Despite the unnecessary comments about the former president, it appears he may have some musical talent.
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Following President Trump’s posting of an AI-generated video, House Speaker Mike Johnson was recorded by CNN’s Manu Raju as saying, “It wasn’t my style,” in response to Rep. Madeleine Dean’s criticism. Dean called the video “disgraceful” and “racist”, urging Johnson to condemn it. Despite Johnson’s initial reluctance, he later stated he disagreed with Dean’s perspective while acknowledging her concerns as Speaker.
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Adelita Grijalva’s historic election as the first Latina representative from Arizona has been met with an unusual delay in her swearing-in ceremony. House Speaker Mike Johnson has yet to schedule the ceremony, despite precedents of immediate swearing-ins following special elections, raising questions of potential political motivations. Grijalva intends to sign a discharge petition to release the Jeffrey Epstein files upon being sworn in, and this could be the motive behind the delay as it could hinder Republican leadership’s efforts to prevent the files’ release. House Democrats, including Minority Whip Katherine Clark, have criticized the delay, citing its impact on Grijalva’s constituents and suggesting the delay is directly related to the Epstein case.
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As a government shutdown looms, Democrats are criticizing Speaker Mike Johnson for postponing House votes, allegedly to delay a vote on the release of the Epstein files. This postponement also delays the swearing-in of Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva, whose vote is crucial to force a vote on the Epstein files release. Democrats argue that Johnson should swear in Grijalva during a pro forma session and reverse the decision to cancel votes. Johnson’s office maintains that Grijalva’s swearing-in will occur when the House reconvenes.
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Speaker Mike Johnson faces a looming government shutdown with no active negotiations. While the official explanation for the House’s recess is that Republicans have completed their work, a different motive may be at play. Democratic Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva’s victory in Arizona brings the House to 214 Democrats, and she intends to sign a discharge petition to force a vote on the Epstein Files Transparency Act. This could lead to the disclosure of information about the Epstein scandal, which the White House wants to avoid. Johnson’s decision to keep the House inactive may be a strategy to delay Grijalva’s swearing-in, allowing time to pressure Republicans to withdraw their support for the petition or to manufacture distractions from the issue.
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