Senator Rand Paul has criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson, labeling him a “weak man” following the announcement of a new spending deal. Paul expressed disappointment in Johnson’s leadership, suggesting that the agreement, which includes significant spending provisions, contradicts conservative fiscal principles. He warned that continued debt accumulation could lead to the dollar’s failure, calling it a “sad day for America.”
I had hoped to see @SpeakerJohnson grow a spine, but this bill full of pork shows he is a weak, weak man.
The debt will continue to grow. Ultimately the dollar will fail. Democrats are clueless and Big Gov Republicans are complicit.
A sad day for America.
— Rand Paul (@RandPaul) December 18, 2024
This criticism comes amid broader concerns among fiscal conservatives regarding government spending and the national debt. The recently proposed continuing resolution aims to fund the government through March 14, extending the current stopgap measure set to expire on Friday. Senator Mike Lee also voiced concerns, highlighting a disconnect between campaign promises of fiscal restraint and legislative actions that perpetuate existing spending issues.
The debate underscores ongoing tensions within the Republican Party over fiscal policy and government spending, with some members advocating for stricter budgetary measures to address the growing national debt.