Today, Explained If Republicans win the midterms
Oct 11, 2022
Join Vox reporters Rachel Cohen, who covers Republicans in Congress, and Ben Jacobs, a political analyst, as they dive into potential scenarios if the GOP takes back Congress. They unpack strategies like the 'Commitment to America' and discuss the implications for bipartisanship. Expect a shift towards increased partisan investigations targeting President Biden and key issues, including the Afghanistan withdrawal and Hunter Biden. Discover how these dynamics might shape the political landscape leading to the 2024 elections.
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GOP Midterm Strategy
- Republicans likely to win House control, impacting Biden's agenda.
- Their legislative strategy involves obstructing Biden and investigating Democrats.
Commitment to America vs. Contract with America
- McCarthy's 'Commitment to America' echoes Newt Gingrich's 1994 'Contract with America'.
- It's vague, unlike Gingrich's specific 10-bill promise.
Vague Promises and Specifics
- The 'Commitment to America' offers broad promises like fighting inflation and creating jobs.
- Specifics include ending proxy voting and supporting 200,000 more police officers.