River Bend Times

U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley, the ranking member of the Senate Budget Committee, expressed strong opposition following House Republicans' decision to advance the Senate Republicans' budget resolution. In a statement released today, Merkley criticized the move, raising concerns about its potential impact on middle-class families.

Merkley described the action by House Republicans as an act of submission to President Trump, stating that it would "slash programs that help families thrive" while benefiting billionaires with tax breaks. He emphasized that programs such as Medicaid and SNAP, which are essential for middle-class families, could be adversely affected.

"This is the Great Betrayal of American families," Merkley declared. As the Ranking Member of the Senate Budget Committee, he assured that he would take measures to prevent what he perceives as an unfair burden on hardworking families to reduce taxes for the wealthy.

Merkley's comments highlight tension over the proposed budget resolution and its perceived implications for American families.