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Last week marked a significant victory with the House’s passage of the reconciliation package. However, uncertainty looms over its future in the Senate. Johnson remains optimistic about collaboration between the House and Senate Republicans to advance the “America First” agenda, citing ongoing communication between the two bodies. He uses the metaphor of a four-quarter football game to describe the legislative process ahead, emphasizing the necessity to extend tax cuts and fulfill other pledges.
Johnson aims for a seamless collaboration, illustrating his belief that the House will lead in implementation, with the Senate supporting these measures. The Senate is currently working on a two-track plan for tax reductions and extensions that could lead to further cooperation.