GOP divided on pursuing third reconciliation amid election tensions

Katie Britt says Republicans are prepared for third budget reconciliation package if Democrats block funds

Sen. Katie Britt says Republicans are prepared to pursue a third reconciliation package if Democrats refuse to cooperate on government funding and national security priorities.

GOP divided on pursuing third reconciliation amid election tensions

Republicans are divided over whether to pursue a third party-line spending package, with some lawmakers expressing skepticism that such an ambitious effort can clear Congress in a high-stakes election year. GOP leaders and top budget writers have already begun laying the groundwork for a third package, which they hope will include defense funding, fraud prevention [...]