Tag Archives: Reconciliation

Chris Cillizza: Is The Senate Filibuster On The Brink of Extinction?

“Chris Cillizza discusses a New York Times piece by Carl Hulse that argues the Senate filibuster is on the brink of extinction. Cillizza explores this claim by examining a recent, largely unnoticed event: Senate Republicans, led by John Thune, overrode … Continue reading

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Bill Scher: Budget Reconciliation Could Be the Beginning of The End of The Republican Party

“Civil War: Steve Bannon and House Speaker Mike Johnson represent dueling factions of the President’s coalition. Asked by a reporter on Wednesday if he supported a millionaire’s tax, President Trump replied, “I think it would be very disruptive because a … Continue reading

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Bill Scher: The Filibuster is Working – You Just Can’t See It

“The same Dems who argue to keep the filibuster ‘for when we need it’ do not use it when we need it,” posted Representative Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez. The New York Democrat’s complaint followed Senate passage of the House Republican “continuing resolution”—aided … Continue reading

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Carl Higbie: Harsh Words For Republicans After House Budget Bill

“On Wednesday’s “Carl Higbie FRONTLINE,” Carl talked about the latest budget bill that Democrats voted against, broke down the lasted budget bill the House passed, and more.” Source:Newsmax anchor Carl Higbie. From Newsmax This is what’s actually in the House Republican … Continue reading

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Chris Cillizza: The Republican Budget Bill is a LOT Less Than Meets The Eye

“Chris Cillizza discusses the House Republican budget bill, highlighting that its promises may not align with its actual provisions. The bill proposes $4.5 trillion in tax cuts and $1.5 trillion in spending reductions over the next decade. However, it lacks … Continue reading

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