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Jeffries Warns Johnson's Resolution Jeopardizes Vital Programs

3/10/2025

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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has voiced strong opposition to Speaker Mike Johnson's "clean" continuing resolution, warning it threatens vital programs such as healthcare and veterans benefits. As Democrats push for safeguards for Social Security and Medicaid, Johnson faces a challenging path to secure bipartisan support before the looming March 14 deadline.

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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has voiced strong opposition to Speaker Mike Johnson's "clean" continuing resolution, warning it threatens vital programs such as healthcare and veterans benefits. As Democrats push for safeguards for Social Security and Medicaid, Johnson faces a challenging path to secure bipartisan support before the looming March 14 deadline.