Rep. Moskowitz Mocks GOP 'Flip Flops' on Continuing Resolutions Amidst Shutdown Threat

Republican 'Flip Flops' on Continuing Resolutions

• 🎯 Rep. Jared Moskowitz criticizes Republicans for their perceived 'flip flops' on Continuing Resolutions (CRs), especially after former President Trump's tweet.
• 💡 Moskowitz highlights past statements from Republicans, including those from Texas, who previously opposed CRs and spending money they don't have when in the minority.
• 🎭 He quotes colleagues who viewed CRs negatively, with one stating they would never vote for one and were sent to Congress to cut wasteful spending.
• 🗣️ Another Republican is quoted as saying, 'CR stands for capitulating Republicans, caving Republicans.'

The 'Never CR' Group and Shifting Stances

• 💔 Moskowitz laments the apparent breakup of the 'Never CR' group, suggesting they were a 'boy band' who will only reunite when back in the minority.
• 📌 He references Rep. Thomas Massie as an example, noting his past comments that 'deficits only matter when we're in the minority.'
• 🎤 The congressman sarcastically suggests that if Republicans are simply following Trump's directives, they should 'give Trump the gavel' as he is effectively running the party.

Broader Economic Concerns

• 📈 Moskowitz briefly touches upon current economic conditions, noting that in the last 30 days, egg prices are up, goods are up, and the stock market is down.