House Speaker Mike Johnson Proposes Republican-Led Budget Amidst Divisions
House Speaker Mike Johnson is attempting to advance a Republican-only $95 billion budget proposal that includes funding for the "Iran war" and other priorities aligned with former President Donald Trump. The package allocates $60 billion for the Pentagon, $13 billion…
Houston, TX, July 22, 2026 —
House Speaker Mike Johnson is spearheading a new $95 billion budget proposal that is exclusively being advanced by Republicans. The plan outlines significant funding for several key areas, including what is being referred to as the “Iran war,” alongside other priorities that align with former President Donald Trump’s agenda.
The proposed budget allocates substantial funds across various sectors. Approximately $60 billion is designated for the Pentagon, with an additional $13 billion set aside for national security initiatives. Furthermore, the plan includes $12 billion earmarked for farmers and $10 billion for changes to voting laws, as proposed in the SAVE America Act.
The proposal has drawn criticism from Democrats, who argue that the allocated funds should instead be directed towards addressing domestic needs. This has highlighted a significant partisan divide regarding budgetary priorities.
Within the Republican party itself, the proposal is facing internal divisions. Additionally, the plan has encountered skepticism in the Senate. Senate Majority Leader John Thune has indicated that the proposal might be considered as a potential measure to avert a government shutdown, suggesting a possible pathway for its advancement despite the existing hurdles.
Story summarized from the original created by Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press on www.click2houston.com, see more information here.
