The Playbook Podcast December 16, 2024: 2024’s last item on the to-do list
Dec 16, 2024
As lawmakers face a race against time to fund the government before a holiday break, tensions rise over negotiating strategies. House Speaker Mike Johnson may need to team up with Democrats to push through a crucial bill amid resistance from GOP farm district reps. Meanwhile, strategic talks are brewing between Republican leaders and Trump, centered on uniting for upcoming legislative agendas. RFK Jr. is also making headlines with his Senate meetings, yet notably omitting a discussion with polio survivor Sen. Mitch McConnell.
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Funding Challenges
- Speaker Mike Johnson faces resistance from farm district Republicans on the stopgap spending bill.
- He may need Democratic support to avoid a government shutdown before Christmas.
Trump's Agenda
- Republicans are focused on passing Trump's agenda, especially reconciliation, next year.
- Trump's aides endorse a two-track process: border security first, then taxes.
Reconciliation Debate
- House Speaker Mike Johnson presented alternative reconciliation ideas to Trump.
- Some Republicans are concerned about separating border security and tax bills.