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"This is political theater. I'm gonna call out both sides right here. It's all posturing. It's fake fighting." "We all know where it ends up. This is Groundhog Day." "We always get a c r in September, and then we get an omnibus." "We might get the omnibus before Christmas, but if we're not good, it comes after Christmas." "We should have done 12 separate bills." "But, again, whether Democrats are in control or Republicans are in control, we never do the 12 separate bills." "It's because Democrats wanna grow the welfare state, and republicans wanna grow the military industrial complex." "I guarantee it."

We're getting close to a number on appropriations, but Democrats are trying to add something new that's never been part of this before. They want to limit the executive branch's ability to do its job, which would tie the President's hands on expenditures. This is a gross separation of powers violation and a terrible precedent. It's a nonstarter for us, and the Democrats know that. So it looks like they're making individual appropriations bills almost impossible. There's more discussion to be had as we near the March 14 deadline. I'm hopeful they'll back off those outrageous demands because they're unprecedented and unconstitutional. The Democrats are likely trying to address the unitary theory of the executive, limiting the executive branch's ability to impound or rescind funds. This is a constitutional fight, and you likely won't get any Democrat votes on this CR. Get ready for a potential government shutdown.

The speaker criticizes both parties for engaging in "political theater" with the annual budget process, resulting in a continuing resolution (CR) and omnibus bill instead of 12 separate appropriations bills. Democrats want to grow the welfare state, and Republicans want to grow the military-industrial complex. The speaker highlights exposed lies and unconstitutional actions by various agencies, which will continue to be funded. The speaker points out that a previous debt limit increase included a provision for automatic 1% cuts if a CR extended past April 30th. The current CR is set to expire on March 28th to avoid triggering these cuts. A "bright shiny object," the SAVE Act, is attached to the CR, which is designed to prevent illegals from voting. The speaker predicts the SAVE Act will be removed, and Republicans will ultimately cave and fund the CR without it. The speaker refuses to participate in this "failure theater."

The best-case scenario, given the current situation, would be a clean continuing resolution (CR), but Democrats oppose that, leading to a standoff. The government is set to shut down on Friday, a choice made by Republican leadership. They could have extended funding longer, as Donald Trump suggested, but opted to push the issue to December to advance their own priorities. Now, they find themselves without a plan. It's crucial for Mike Johnson and his team to resolve this situation, as their current approach is problematic and they need to take responsibility for fixing it.

In comparing this Congress to the previous one, it's interesting to note that despite the Democrats having control over the house, senate, and presidency in the last Congress, this Congress has actually produced more bills that have become law. This is due to the changes we have made, such as opening up the House and requiring members to come to work. Bills now have to go through committee and there is a 72-hour reading period, not just for members but also for the American public. This return to a more transparent and inclusive process is a positive step towards fulfilling our commitment to the American people.

I believe we will be in a stronger position as a result. Some critics said this process was chaotic and should have been done behind closed doors, but I disagree. The American people have been mistreated behind closed doors, so I wanted to voice my complaint on the house floor. Some people said I wasted my first week, but there are days in congress where we only vote on renaming post offices or discussing voting rules. We also have a six-week summer vacation where nothing gets done. Taking four days to establish policies, procedures, and personnel for the Republican team seems like the best use of time.

Democrats lack the power to shut down the government; the party controlling the House, Senate, and White House governs. Democrats can stop bad bills that strip programs from Americans, including veterans, air safety, and food safety. They also aim to prevent a slush fund for Elon Musk and Donald Trump, which could lead to cuts in Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security by decimating programs and services. The House, under Hakim Jeffries, voted almost unanimously against the legislation. The Senate Democrats have leverage to reject handing over tools and a slush fund to Elon Musk and Donald Trump.

We demanded specific bills, set deadlines for their consideration, and insisted on sticking to a budget resolution. Our goal was to avoid voting on massive omnibus bills. It's absurd to think that legislating involves rushing through bills that are thousands of pages long, costing trillions of dollars, with only 48 hours to review. This approach undermines the value of each member and insults our constituents. We needed a better way to govern.

My colleague from Oklahoma claims that not supporting Kevin McCarthy would cause chaos, but I disagree. Chaos is having $33 trillion in debt and a $2.2 trillion annual deficit. Chaos is not passing single subject spending bills and relying on continuing resolutions and omnibus bills. We need reforms that go beyond McCarthy's time in office, such as open amendments and a clear understanding of the budget. These changes would lead to legislative progress, even if it means sometimes losing or forming unexpected partnerships. The American people expect us to work hard and deliver, something Speaker McCarthy has failed to do. That's why I've called for his removal.

In comparing this Congress to the previous one, it is interesting to note that despite the Democrats having control over the house, senate, and presidency in the last Congress, this Congress has actually produced more bills that have become law. This increase in productivity can be attributed to some significant changes. The House has been reopened, requiring members to be present and bills to go through committees. Additionally, there is now a 72-hour period for both members and the American public to review bills. This return to a more transparent and inclusive process is seen as a positive development and a fulfillment of our commitment to the American people.

The Christmas Omnibus tradition is over, and there will be no more omnibus bills. Each year, Congress faces pressure to pass large spending bills right before Christmas, often under threat of staying in session over the holidays. This tactic creates urgency, with lawmakers voting on bills they haven't read just to get home for Christmas. The cycle repeats every year, with Congress caught off guard by fiscal deadlines, similar to a florist being surprised by Valentine's Day. The strategy involves using the holiday as leverage to push through spending measures, often with controversial provisions attached.

I recorded a video after leaving the house floor, but it didn't go well. I voted against the bill because we had agreed on separate bills, yet everything was combined. It included $5.7 billion for submarines, $100 million for the Coast Guard, and funding for the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which seems unnecessary since the barge that hit it was insured. The $100 million for disaster relief raises questions about its allocation. We don't trust this administration with funds, especially after recent aid to Ecuador and Ukraine without our input. It's just a continuation of poor spending policies. Interestingly, many Democrats who opposed it ended up voting for it, which feels misleading. Despite this, the government remains open. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a happy Hanukkah to my Jewish friends. Thank you for your support.

Here's the truth about what's happening in Congress: it's political theater, a repetitive cycle leading to a continuing resolution (CR) and then an omnibus bill, regardless of which party is in control. We never address the real issues, like reining in spending or cutting wasteful programs. Democrats want to expand the welfare state, and Republicans want to grow the military-industrial complex, and bureaucrats are being allowed to run wild. This CR is a six-month extension, strategically avoiding automatic cuts. The "SAVE Act" attached to it is just a shiny object, a false promise meant to appease Republicans before it disappears. We need to stop funding things we claim to oppose and address our spending addiction. I refuse to participate in this charade any longer.

A handful of Republicans joined with all Democrats to take down a rule, which is rarely done. Ninety-six percent of House Republicans voted against proxy voting because they believe it's unconstitutional and that it would open a Pandora's box. The rule being struck down means there can be no further action on the floor this week. The House will not be voting on the SAVE Act for election integrity, rogue judges who are attacking President Trump's agenda, or taking down Biden policies with CRA votes. All of that was wiped off the table. They will regroup and come back to address it again.

Republicans' nihilism has brought the country to the brink of a government shutdown at midnight unless Congress acts. Democrats offered to fund the government for another month, but Republicans rejected this because Donald Trump wants full control over government spending. The choice is between proceeding with the bill or risking a shutdown, which would give Trump more power. While the Republican bill is deeply partisan and doesn't address many needs, allowing Trump to take more power via a shutdown is worse. No one wants a shutdown. Members who oppose the CR want Republicans to take their responsibilities more seriously and negotiate spending bills that address the needs of the American people. The Republican party is the party of Trump, and allowing him to take more power via a shutdown is a worse option than passing the CR.

Hi, Andy Biggs here from Arizona's 5th congressional district. This week, we're set to vote on a continuing resolution that will extend spending for another three months instead of passing an annual budget. This ongoing issue contributes to our structural deficit and increasing national debt. The current resolution is packed with various policy issues, effectively turning it into a short-term omnibus bill. Unfortunately, this approach won't address our budget imbalance or eliminate poor policies; it merely adds more to secure votes. This highlights the dysfunction in Congress when we rely on continuing resolutions instead of a proper budget. I'll keep you updated.

December 20th is a strategic date for Congress, just days before Christmas when members are eager to return home to their families. Historically, this is when leadership exerts maximum influence, often leading to rushed votes on bills that haven't been thoroughly reviewed. It's likely that on December 20, Congress will not pass 12 separate appropriations bills but instead resort to a continuing resolution or an omnibus bill, crafted behind closed doors with various lobbyists trying to attach their interests. This pattern has persisted for years, regardless of which party is in charge. Members will be pressured to vote quickly, motivated by the desire to spend the holidays with their families, even if it means voting on legislation they haven't read.

Appropriations is where the money moves in Congress. Democrats are making lives smoother through government funding. Republicans' Project 2025 is suspect, aiming to eliminate the Department of Education. This would negatively impact the environment, education, and rights. Democrats are keeping people informed.

Speaker 0 notes the enormous difficulty of doing that, saying, “In fact, the big majority of have been able to.” Speaker 1 reminds listeners that floor time in the Senate is finite, and outlines a lengthy slate of items that could be teed up for action on the Senate floor: a housing bill awaiting action, a market structure bill, possibly permitting reform, a farm bill, and a highway bill, with Russia sanctions and a whole host of other items also on the potential agenda. He says the conference will have a conversation about that, and he has committed to discussing the idea and determining whether the conference’s views on it indicate how they want to proceed. He adds that they will vote on the SAVE Act, but notes that triggering a talking filibuster has ramifications and implications everyone needs to be aware of. Speaker 1 explains that those discussions are necessary because the decision to pursue a talking filibuster would tie the floor up for an indefinite amount of time, with not only unlimited debate but also unlimited amendments. He emphasizes that the floor time is precious and that the decision will affect how much can be done on a wide range of important legislation. Speaker 0 interjects that the Senate Majority Leader and Speaker of the House were speaking at the same time, which is why the dialogue is jumping back and forth. He concludes with a brief update that the bill has passed, funding DHA.

We demanded specific bills, set deadlines for their consideration, and insisted on adhering to spending limits outlined in a budget resolution. Our main objective was to avoid voting on massive omnibus bills. It's absurd to think that legislating involves rushing through bills that are thousands of pages long, cost trillions of dollars, and only allow 48 hours for review. This approach undermines the value of each member and insults our constituents. We needed a better way to govern.

Day two of the "Democrat shutdown." 44 Senate Democrats voted to reject the "completely nonpartisan, completely clean, very simple 24 page continuing resolution" the House passed two weeks ago, instead of keeping the government open for seven weeks. Republicans say they moved in good faith: 12 appropriations bills passed by committees, the Senate and House have acted, and a conference committee finalized. With a September 30 deadline, the clean CR would allow more time for negotiations. Democrats filed a counter proposal described as a "wild list of partisan priorities," including "a half a billion dollars to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting" and removing the "rural hospital fund," while "repealing the health provisions of the one big beautiful bill," "ending Obamacare funding for noncitizens," and "Medicaid funding for those improperly granted asylum and parole." They claim at least "$200,000,000,000" would go to illegal aliens. They urge Americans to call their senators to open the government now, blaming Schumer for the shutdown.

The Republicans are currently voting on amendments for funding bills, and it's crucial that they come to an agreement to avoid a government shutdown. This disagreement is essentially between the hard right and the even harder right within the GOP. Unfortunately, under Kevin McCarthy's leadership, it seems difficult to govern. However, it's important that they find a way to keep the government running because ordinary Americans will suffer if they don't. There's a bipartisan continuing resolution supported by both Democrats and Republicans in the Senate, and I hope the House will have the opportunity to vote on it and work together in a bipartisan manner.

This CR is different. Unlike traditional ones, it decreases spending by about $7 billion and doesn't lead to an omnibus bill. It restricts funding but helps fund border enforcement, gives raises to enlisted military personnel, increases food allotment for women, infants, and children, and boosts VA spending. I believe we have the votes to pass this, just like we did with the debt ceiling increase. These cuts come from places like the Commerce Department's slush fund and eliminated earmarks, redirecting those funds to the VA and our troops. We're increasing food programs and VA benefits, not cutting them. NIH funding continues. We're aiming for an efficient federal government.

The speaker predicts that on December 20, Congress will pass either a short-term CR or an omnibus bill written behind closed doors, with lobbyists adding their priorities. This date is chosen because members are eager to be home for Christmas, increasing leadership's influence. The speaker believes Congress won't pass 12 separate appropriations bills. They anticipate a familiar process: a rushed vote on a bill members haven't read, influenced by the desire to go home for the holidays. A full-year CR is unlikely due to a built-in 1% spending cut that takes effect after April 30. The speaker suggests a full-year CR would be the most responsible option, allowing time to work on individual bills. However, they claim the pressure to avoid spending cuts and the manipulation of members' desire to be with family during Christmas will lead to a different outcome.

We filed the continued resolution on Saturday, but the House Democrats leadership team released a statement on Friday panning a bill they hadn't even seen yet. They claimed it would cut funding for healthcare, nutritional assistance, and veterans benefits. But every single word of that is a lie. The clean CR contains no policy riders at all, no cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, or Social Security, and no cuts to veterans benefits. In fact, we plus up the accounts for veterans. I'm asking reporters to call out Democrats for making these intentionally false claims. The American people deserve clarity from our press corps.