President-elect Trump’s mixed messages regarding the passage of his agenda in one or two large packages are causing further disagreements among lawmakers on how to approach the ambitious task. Trump initially called for one comprehensive bill covering energy, the border, taxes, and potentially the debt limit, but later expressed openness to a two-bill approach, creating confusion among party members. The lack of clarity from the president-elect is complicating the debate in Congress, where lawmakers are acknowledging the challenges ahead regardless of the chosen path. Top Republicans have been divided on whether to pursue a single bill or two bills through the reconciliation process, which would require only GOP votes. The differing opinions among lawmakers highlight the difficulty of reaching a consensus on the best strategy to advance Trump’s agenda. Despite the ongoing discussions, the timeline for passing the legislation remains uncertain, with some suggesting a pre-Memorial Day timeframe as more realistic. Ultimately, the success of the endeavor will depend on the House’s ability to manage the process effectively. “No está en nuestras manos.”
Mientras los legisladores participan en el debate de uno o dos proyectos de ley, algunos republicanos se mantienen al margen por completo, deferiendo a la llamada final de Trump.
“Sin embargo, como quiera hacerlo el Presidente Trump, estoy bien”, dijo el Senador Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.), quien jugó al golf con Trump y el Vicepresidente electo Vance. “Hay argumentos en cualquier dirección que lo mires. Puedes conseguir una victoria temprana en el tablero o un solo gran y hermoso proyecto de ley. Me da un poco igual. Solo quiero que seamos efectivos.”
“Él va a ser el mariscal de campo en esto”, dijo sobre Trump. “Él va a tomar la decisión.”
Emily Brooks contribuyó.
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