Trump threatens primaries against Rep. Chip Roy over opposition to raising the debt ceiling.

Former President Donald Trump has threatened to back primary challengers against Texas Republican Rep. Chip Roy for opposing a bipartisan spending deal that could have prevented a government shutdown. Roy refuses to raise the debt ceiling without significant spending cuts. Trump accuses Roy of obstruction, while Roy maintains his stance on fiscal responsibility. This tension reflects broader disagreements within the Republican Party on government funding and debt management.

December 19, 2024
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