Khanna Would Spare Speaker from Ouster If Ukraine Aid, Baltimore Bridge Funding Secured
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Rep. Ro Khanna said he would consider saving Speaker Mike Johnson from an ouster attempt if the House secures Ukraine aid and funding to repair the collapsed Baltimore bridge.
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A cargo ship collision caused the Baltimore bridge to collapse into the river last week. Removal has begun but rebuild timeline is unclear.
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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg confirmed more federal bridge funding is expected beyond initial $60 million.
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Khanna argued securing bridge funds shows America "can still do big things" and proposed a 6-month timeline.
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The ouster attempt against Speaker Johnson was filed by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene over displeasure with a recent spending bill.