‘I think the conference ought to be able to be free to choose whoever. There’s no limit on the speaker or the other House leaders,’ Sen. McConnell said.
The bill is the fourth continuing resolution of this fiscal year, angering some Republicans who believe more should be done to curb government spending.
Republican minority Leader Mitch McConnell is urging the United States and its allies to order new sanctions against Iran following the attack on Israel.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, taking advantage of infighting among House Republicans, is ready to seize the initiative in the 2024 appropriations fight.