Cao has stepped in as acting navy secretary after John Phelan left the post abruptly in late April, a move that has left the Pentagon scrambling to maintain continuity. Meanwhile, two Democratic representatives who crossed party lines to support a resolution condemning socialism and the Democratic Socialists of America have defended their votes on social media, prompting sharp rebukes from House leaders. In a budget‑crunch election season, the House passed a short‑term funding bill that keeps the government open until December 11, sidestepping a potential shutdown while lawmakers negotiate a longer‑term appropriations deal. The episode highlights the high stakes of political maneuvering as the nation’s working families face uncertainty amid ongoing partisan battles.
Cao has been serving as acting navy secretary since John Phelan departed the job unexpectedly and without explanation in late AprilSign up for the US Breaking News emailTwo of the Democratic representatives who defected and joined the Republicans in voting in favor of a resolution condemning socialism and the Democratic Socialists of America organisation have defended their actions on social media.Democratic leaders in the US House had sharply criticized the representatives for defecting and joining with Republicans in order to advance a procedural vote.I just voted to fund government through December 11, preventing a shutdown in October. The bill passed the House 370-48. In an election season without a budget deal, the risk of political games is high. This CR removes the ability for either party to hold the government hostage and gives Congress time to negotiate an appropriations deal.Working America is hanging on by a thread, trying to feed our families without being beholden to big government or big business. Standing around pointing fingers, debating -isms and making people photocopy their birth certificate every time they cast a ballot is not the job. Continue reading...
