Posted 12/7/2023, 3:37:29 PM
Johnson Earmarks $7M in Defense Bill for Facility in Home District, Risking Backlash
- House Speaker Mike Johnson earmarked for $7M payout in defense spending bill for medical facility at Louisiana air force base in his district
- Defense spending a contentious issue among divided House Republicans, could impact Johnson's speakership
- Hardline GOP members want limits on military abortion policy and care for transgender members to support bill
- Key ultraconservative lawmakers like Matt Gaetz earmarked in bill for projects in their districts, which could help Johnson maintain their support
- Some Republicans say they won't vote for bill if it maintains military diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs they deem "woke"