Lawmakers said a resolution on funding for Puerto Rico, a complicating factor, was within reach after a lengthy standoff.
By Erica Werner and Erica Werner Congressional reporter focusing on economic policy Email Bio Follow Jeffrey Stein May 14 at 5:59 PM Bipartisan congressional negotiators said Tuesday that they are nearing a deal on a broad disaster aid bill for multiple U.S. states that would increase spending for Puerto Rico despite objections from President Trump.
“We’re going to vote next week. I tell you from my point of view, I’ve had it,” said Sen. Lindsey O. Graham . “I don’t mind helping Puerto Rico more, it’s got to be reasonable, but enough with the drama on disaster aid. I think you’re going to see a jailbreak here.” Lawmakers lamented their inability to reach agreement on an aid package faster, especially since disaster assistance is normally a bipartisan priority. Trump’s opposition to increased spending for Puerto Rico became a complicating factor early on, but other conflicts also erupted between the administration and Congress as lawmakers tried to maneuver toward a deal.
Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer welcomed progress in the talks even while blaming Republicans for the holdup. “I’m surprised we haven’t had more suicides than we have had. You’re playing politics with people’s lives,” Brim said. “And what do I tell them? All of our farmers hurt, and hurt really, really bad. It’s an emotional thing to talk about.”
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