Trump’s overtures to Democratic leaders have left GOP lawmakers scrambling to retake the reins.
GOP leaders tried to reassert control, yet many Republicans agreed in broad strokes with Trump’s goal.
GOP leaders implore lawmakers to reach a budget agreement that could smooth passage of the party’s tax reform plan.
House GOP leaders want to change the tax code to allow companies to immediately deduct the cost of capital investments. Senate Republicans say it would cost too much.
The bipartisan joint resolution is meant to compel the president to sign a statement condemning “racism, extremism, xenophobia, anti-Semitism, and White supremacy.”
In the House, an early spate of GOP retirements means the party won’t have incumbents on the ballot in several closely divided districts.
The decision by the senator from Tennessee could have far-reaching implications.
Some Republicans are said to have booed the treasury secretary and White House budget director, who were seeking support for the measure.
The retirement of the seven-term member will force Republicans to defend a third open seat in a swing district in a difficult midterm election cycle.
Multiple GOP senators and aides revealed a sense of helplessness after Trump openly flouted their plans.
