Earmarks in $1.2 Trillion Spending Bill

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Speaker Mike Johnson reportedly gave almost every Democrat an earmark in exchange for their votes for a $1.2 trillion spending bill. House Democrat Leader Hakeem Jeffries secured a major victory for Democrats in exchange for their votes. Earmarks were increased for Democrats' home districts in the Transportation spending bill.

Key Points

  • Earmarks were given to almost every Democrat member in exchange for their votes
  • Earmarks were increased by $616,279 per Democrat member
  • House Democrat Leader Hakeem Jeffries negotiated the increase in earmarks
  • Democrats argued for a fair share of earmarks for their districts

Pros

  • Increased earmarks for Democrats' home districts
  • Negotiation led to bipartisan support for the spending bill

Cons

  • Objections from a majority of House Republicans