House Democrats erupt into infighting over leadership power play
Summary
House Democratic leaders are upset because two members voted with Republicans on an important rule without warning. Party leaders want new rules to keep members in line, but some Democrats, especially progressives, strongly oppose these changes.Key Facts
- Representatives Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez voted with Republicans on a procedural rule, angering House Democrats.
- The vote allowed for measures like a GOP resolution against socialism and a bipartisan bill protecting lobstermen.
- Democratic leaders called this a "breach of trust" and are considering consequences like removing members from committees.
- A proposed rule would require Democrats to attend key votes, follow party leadership on rules, and pay campaign dues to stay in good standing.
- Progressive Democrats oppose this rule change, fearing it could be used unfairly against them.
- Some centrists say punishing these two members would unfairly target moderates, as similar actions by progressives in the past went without penalty.
- House Democratic Caucus chair Pete Aguilar said the caucus will decide if they want to change the rules.
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