Challenges of Working with Democrats in the House of Representatives
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) discusses the challenges of working with Democrats due to having the smallest margin in U.S. history in the House of Representatives. He explains the need to break legislation into separate parts to secure votes.
Key Points
- Breaking legislation into parts for separate evaluation
- Challenges of securing votes with a one-vote margin
- Need for bipartisan cooperation in passing legislation
Pros
- Promotes transparency and individual evaluation of legislation
- Highlights the complexities of bipartisan cooperation in a divided Congress
Cons
- Struggles to pass legislation due to slim majority and differing policies