Posted 4/14/2024, 6:34:00 PM
Rand Paul Rebukes Speaker Johnson for Capitulating to Democrats on Budget Deficits and Key Votes
- Rand Paul accused Speaker Mike Johnson of "siding with Democrats" and "abdicating the power of the purse" regarding spending bills and aid to Israel
- Paul said Johnson needs to "Show some cojones" and "intestinal fortitude" against Democrats instead of negotiating with himself
- Paul criticized Johnson for supporting renewal of FISA surveillance without added privacy protections, breaking with many Republicans
- Paul said under Johnson's leadership, budget deficits are still $1.5-2 trillion, just like under Democrat control
- Paul stated Johnson is not leading Republicans but rather "capitulating" to Democrats on key votes like FISA and spending