Cramer Calls for Debt Limit Action in Lame-Duck Session

Cramer calls for debt limit action in lame-duck session

Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., said Thursday that he expects Republicans to attempt another budget reconciliation package in the lame-duck session with a boost to defense funding — along with action to lift the debt ceiling, either in a bipartisan fashion or as part of that package.  Lawmakers are facing a short runway to get any […]

Republicans Have Big Post-Election Plans

“Republican leaders are barreling towards a lame-duck period when they plan to fund the government, address the debt ceiling and push through a must-pass defense authorization bill — all while tempering the expectations of members who have their sights set on a reconciliation package many believe won’t materialize,” the Washington Sun reports. “The party in […]

Republicans Have Big Post-Election Plans - And Big Fears About What's Doable

“I think our appetite's definitely going to be bigger than what our stomach can hold on this one,” one senior Republican aide said.