House GOP to Senate "Touch very lightly" on Trump budget bill

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House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain warned Senate Republicans to "touch very lightly" on the House-passed Trump budget bill, emphasizing the risk of losing support from GOP holdouts. She reacted to Senator Ted Cruz's suggestion to preserve only 60% or 70% of the legislative text, stating that a 30% change would be excessive. Senate Finance Chair Mike Crapo has proposed modifications, including reducing the SALT cap and making business tax cuts permanent, which could provoke conflict with House Republicans. McClain stressed the need for caution, as substantial changes might lead to a conference process that House leaders want to avoid due to the looming threat of a debt default. The House aims to pass a $9.

4 billion rescissions package soon, with McClain asserting the urgency of this action. Failure to pass the package could have severe implications for their agenda. Additionally, McClain highlighted her role in elevating her members and the necessity for them to communicate the GOP's message effectively to broader media audiences. She believes respectful engagement with media figures can yield positive interactions.

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