Is Speaker Johnson Losing the Locker Room?

House Republicans are back from their retreat and CONTROL is back on shutdown watch. Hosts Brendan Buck and Annalyse Keller discuss the latest in the spending negotiations and if the dispute over border security funding will lead to a government shutdown. Then, they talk about the low morale in the GOP conference, as evidenced by the low turnout at last week’s retreat and the surprise retirement of Rep. Ken Buck. Finally, they question what else might get done this Congress, including Ukraine funding, tax reform, and impeachment.

 

Hosts: Brendan Buck and Annalyse Keller

Producer: Benji Englander

 

Articles Discussed:

WaPo: Border security deadlock heightens risk of government shutdown

AP: House Republicans are seeking unity at an idyllic West Virginia retreat. Many didn’t bother to come

The Hill: Ken Buck slams ‘ridiculous’ claims he’s resigning to hurt Boebert’s election chances

Politico: Johnson says he expects to take up Ukraine aid with Democratic votes

Washington Examiner: Mayorkas impeachment trial takes backseat to congressional spending fight

Politico: As Biden impeachment stalls, House GOP turns to backup plans