The democRATs knew that they were busting through the debt ceiling when they passed the “Deficit Reduction Act”. If Republicans in the house are planning not to increase the debt ceiling then they need to get out in front of this and explain how they will prioritize spending without defaulting on debt payments. Why do they let the democRATs run circles around them with this stuff?
"I’ll gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today.” - J. Wellington Wimpy
All politicians Job #1 is to be reelected and government spending is the secret to gaining votes.
“Why do they let the democRATs run circles around them with this stuff?”
They aren’t called The Stupid Party for nothing.
> Why do they let the democRATs run circles around them with this stuff? <
I wonder how much back-room maneuvering goes on.
Democrats: Agree to this spending increase, and there’ll be money for your pet projects.
Republicans: Deal. We’ll fuss for a bit on Hannity, but you’ve got our vote.
Then there’s the toxic “kick the can down the road” mentality. Recall that even Trump allowed major deficit-spending bills to go through.
I still think they should yell about the fact they didn’t pass the debt ceiling in December. Why not. I hate when republicans don’t fight back. This whole thing could have been solved last year. Now republicans will be blamed no matter what.
I guess I should stand ready to buy.