Monday, February 8, 2016

Ryan, GOP face budget squeeze

Ryan, GOP face budget squeeze-thehill: Paul Ryan is facing a series of hurdles as he tries to pass his first budget since becoming Speaker of the House.  Conservatives are revolting against the higher spending levels President Obama and GOP leaders agreed to last fall, and the Wisconsin Republican is being squeezed by a tight calendar: A longer than usual summer recess to accommodate the political conventions means the House is looking to complete its budget in early March.