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GOP Infighting Paralyzes Congress, Threatens 2026 Control

4/30/2026

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Republican officials warn internal fear and factional battles are paralyzing Congress weeks before the 2026 midterms.
Rep. Tom Cole says Republican infighting has left the House and Senate unable to pass legislation, freezing the House floor for hours while leaders negotiated a vote on bills.
Speaker Mike Johnson balances competing Republican factions and avoids Democratic support, fearing that continued dysfunction could cost Republicans control of both chambers in the midterms.

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Republican officials warn internal fear and factional battles are paralyzing Congress weeks before the 2026 midterms.
Rep. Tom Cole says Republican infighting has left the House and Senate unable to pass legislation, freezing the House floor for hours while leaders negotiated a vote on bills.
Speaker Mike Johnson balances competing Republican factions and avoids Democratic support, fearing that continued dysfunction could cost Republicans control of both chambers in the midterms.