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Questions and Answers
What is the first problem that Johnson needs to address before passing his foreign aid package?
What is the first problem that Johnson needs to address before passing his foreign aid package?
- Working out a plan with House Democrats
- Getting approval for the rule that governs floor debate (correct)
- Passing the bill without division within the GOP
- Securing Democratic votes
Why might Johnson need to rely on Democratic votes to pass his foreign aid package?
Why might Johnson need to rely on Democratic votes to pass his foreign aid package?
- GOP divisions have derailed rules several times, stymying the agenda (correct)
- Johnson has publicly stated his intention to work closely with Democrats
- House Republicans have openly expressed support for the Democratic position
- Massie has publicly offered Democratic support for Johnson's plan
What allowed legislation to be passed by majority vote in the past?
What allowed legislation to be passed by majority vote in the past?
- Relying on bipartisan support for all bills
- House Republicans' unanimous decision-making process
- Straight-party line approval of procedural steps (correct)
- Democratic control of the House of Representatives
How did the $14.3 billion aid bill passed by the House in November differ from the Senate's $95.3 billion foreign aid bill?
How did the $14.3 billion aid bill passed by the House in November differ from the Senate's $95.3 billion foreign aid bill?
What did Greene and other Republicans express regarding their stance on voting for the procedural rule governing floor debate?
What did Greene and other Republicans express regarding their stance on voting for the procedural rule governing floor debate?