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Speaker Mike Johnson Struggles to Pass Bill Supporting Trump
Speaker Mike Johnson is facing pressure from GOP hardliners to pass a bill that would allow Trump to move state charges to federal court after his recent guilty verdict. The bill has become a focal point for Republicans looking to defend Trump, but Johnson is struggling to secure enough votes.
According to Axios, moderate Republicans in districts that Biden won in 2020 are particularly hesitant to support the bill. They see voting for a measure that supports a convicted felon like Trump as potentially damaging to their careers.
The proposed legislation would allow current or former presidents to transfer state-level charges against them to federal court, a direct response to Trump’s recent conviction in New York. However, without sufficient support, the bill is unlikely to pass the House and would face further challenges in the Senate.
If Johnson fails to secure the necessary votes, he could face increased criticism from the far-right faction of the Republican party. Pushing moderate Republicans to publicly support Trump could also endanger the party’s majority in the House.
Concerns Among Moderate Republicans
Many moderate Republicans are concerned that backing a bill in support of Trump could be detrimental to their political careers. While hardliners are pushing for the legislation, these moderates fear the consequences of aligning themselves with a convicted individual.
It remains to be seen whether Speaker Johnson can navigate these internal party tensions and muster enough support to pass the bill.
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