Former Speaker McCarthy Criticizes GOP Over Budget Bill Delay

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy strongly criticized Republican lawmakers who blocked the advancement of President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," calling their opposition a "real misstep" that prioritized personal interests over party goals. The bill, which aims to extend Trump's 2017 tax cuts, eliminate taxes on tips and overtime, enhance border security, and introduce Medicaid work requirements, faced resistance from fiscal hawks concerned about insufficient spending cuts and the timing of reforms. Five GOP members of the House Budget Committee voted against moving the bill forward, causing a delay in the legislative process. McCarthy expressed optimism that once Trump returns to Washington, he will help rally support to pass the bill, emphasizing the economic benefits and the prevention of tax increases. The House Budget Committee planned to reconvene to reconsider the bill, with GOP leadership aiming to pass the legislation before Memorial Day. McCarthy's remarks also included subtle criticism of current House Speaker Mike Johnson for the stalled progress.