House Rules Committee Gives Key Signal of Support for McCarthy-Biden Deal Ahead of Wednesday’s Vote

The House Rules Committee has voted 7-6 to send the McCarthy-Biden deal to the floor, a key signal of support ahead of Wednesday’s vote. The deal, which was negotiated by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Joe Biden, has faced heavy criticism from GOP hard-liners who argue that its spending cuts and conservative provisions are too weak.

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) expressed her opposition to the compromise legislation, tweeting “Republicans got outsmarted by a President who can’t find his pants.” This is a reference to McCarthy’s earlier joke about bringing Biden “soft food” during their negotiations.

Despite the criticism, the deal is expected to pass in the Republican-controlled House on Wednesday. The legislation is aimed at averting a disastrous default, and is the result of Biden’s successful negotiations with McCarthy. Biden, who is 80 and the oldest person to serve as president of the U.S., has faced constant criticism from Republicans and right-wingers about his age and alleged senility.

The House Rules Committee’s vote is a strong indication that the McCarthy-Biden deal will pass in the House on Wednesday. The bill will then move to the Senate, where it is expected to face further scrutiny and debate.