Republicans Push for Discharge Petitions

House Republicans aim to bypass Speaker Mike Johnson using a discharge petition, seeking votes on Russia sanctions and a stock trading ban. The petition needs 218 votes, with a few Republicans joining Democrats to succeed. Representatives Fitzpatrick and Luna plan to file petitions for these bills, despite Speaker Johnsons suggestions for alternative approaches. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.