Stefanik Challenges Johnson, Secures Counterintelligence Provision

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, a New York gubernatorial candidate, recently clashed with House Speaker Mike Johnson over a counterintelligence provision in the National Defense Authorization Act. Stefanik accused Johnson of lying and hindering the Republican agenda, while Johnson insisted he supported her provision. The dispute led to a temporary truce, with Stefaniks provision included in the defense bill. Stefanik also announced plans to sign a discharge petition to force a vote on a bill banning stock trading by members of Congress and their families, causing unease within her party. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.