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House Conservatives Slam Speaker Johnson's Spending Deal

The latest bipartisan spending package faces criticism from GOP hawks for increasing federal debt and lacking key border security measures.

  • House conservatives criticize Speaker Mike Johnson's latest spending deal, warning it will increase federal debt.
  • The spending package, completing appropriations for fiscal 2024, has been met with resistance from GOP spending hawks.
  • The deal, negotiated with the White House, includes funding for three-quarters of the federal government but lacks conservative border security policies.
  • Despite criticism, the deal aims to prevent a government shutdown by meeting Friday's deadline.
  • The Senate awaits the package, with potential amendment votes focusing on immigration and border security.
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