Speaker Johnson Prioritizes Gaza Funding Amidst US Shutdown
Speaker Mike Johnson, according to The Hill, is scrambling to end a government shutdown now hitting 30 days. Meanwhile, a different congressional priority quietly sails through. While US parks close and federal services furlough, Johnson has been a vocal proponent of continued and increased military aid to Israel, totaling $14.3 billion previously, with calls for more. This isn't about fiscal
prudence; it's about priorities. Remember, Johnson, along with 47 of his Republican colleagues, received significant campaign contributions from pro-Israel PACs , with cumulative totals reaching into the millions. It appears the 'fiscal conservatism' narrative applies selectively – robust funding for offshore conflicts is non-negotiable, while domestic services can simply wait.