"House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Resistance from House Freedom Caucus on Trump's Domestic Policy Package"

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"House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Resistance from House Freedom Caucus on Trump's Domestic Policy Package"

[!CDATA[House Speaker Mike Johnson's efforts to move President Donald Trump's domestic policy package through the House are facing resistance from a group of hardline conservatives led by House Freedom Caucus Chairman Andy Harris. The conservatives are pushing for more time to negotiate key changes to the bill, including rolling back clean energy programs and making adjustments to Medicaid. While the White House has agreed to some changes, the conservatives are still seeking specific details before the bill can move forward. Rep. Chip Roy of Texas emphasized that the bill is not ready to pass the House until the desired changes are formalized. Rep. Scott Perry of Pennsylvania criticized the proposed deadline, calling it arbitrary and designed to pressure lawmakers into making rushed decisions. This opposition poses a significant challenge for Johnson, who has been adamant about passing the bill before the House's Memorial Day recess. As the situation continues to develop, updates will be provided on this breaking story.]]