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House Republicans Split on Labor Bills, Defy GOP Leadership

1/21/2026

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A group of House Republicans opposed GOP labor bills last week.
Six Republicans voted with Democrats against a bill redefining hours worked.
GOP leaders withdrew three other labor bills in response to the cross-party vote.
Moderates such as Rep. Rob Bresnahan and Rep. Chris Smith cited positive relationships with unions.
There remains resistance within the party to U.S. President Donald Trump's more interventionist proposals.

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Story summary

A group of House Republicans opposed GOP labor bills last week.
Six Republicans voted with Democrats against a bill redefining hours worked.
GOP leaders withdrew three other labor bills in response to the cross-party vote.
Moderates such as Rep. Rob Bresnahan and Rep. Chris Smith cited positive relationships with unions.
There remains resistance within the party to U.S. President Donald Trump's more interventionist proposals.