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Trump Targets Dissenting GOP Reps Over Bill Votes

5/23/2025

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President Trump took aim at Reps. Warren Davidson and Thomas Massie for their dissenting votes on his bill, hinting they might face primary challenges. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt echoed his sentiments, stressing loyalty. While both lawmakers rejected the bill for insufficient spending cuts, other Republicans voiced concerns yet still backed it.

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President Trump took aim at Reps. Warren Davidson and Thomas Massie for their dissenting votes on his bill, hinting they might face primary challenges. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt echoed his sentiments, stressing loyalty. While both lawmakers rejected the bill for insufficient spending cuts, other Republicans voiced concerns yet still backed it.