House Speaker Mike Johnson Facing Threats to Speakership
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

<p>The House bill did not include aid for Ukraine and had funding cuts to the IRS (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Greene and other Republicans express regarding their stance on voting for the procedural rule governing floor debate?

<p>Greene stated she would vote against it, while others remained undecided (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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