Biden threatens veto on GOP spending bills.
President Biden Vows to Veto Controversial Spending Bills
President Joe Biden has taken a firm stance against two upcoming spending bills, promising to veto them if they reach his desk. In a statement of administration policy, Biden expressed his concerns over a range of issues, including contentious topics like abortion policy, ”gender affirming care,” and a proposed ban on menthol cigarettes.
The Bills in Question
The bills in question are the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, as well as the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. President Biden has made it clear that he will veto both bills due to the inclusion of numerous partisan policy provisions that he believes would have devastating consequences.
Implications and Concerns
The statement of administration policy highlights several specific concerns. The military spending bill, for instance, would make it more difficult for women in the military to access abortions if they are stationed in states with restrictive laws. Additionally, it would restrict the use of Veterans Affairs funds for hormone therapies or surgical procedures related to gender transitions.
The administration also argues that parts of the bill would undermine same-sex marriage and reduce funding for critical climate change initiatives. As for the other bill, Biden’s veto threat is based on its potential to cut food stamp programs and hinder the Food and Drug Administration’s approval of an over-the-counter abortion pill to be distributed through the mail.
However, the Biden administration also takes issue with provisions that would prevent them from banning menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars, as well as standards that would reduce the amount of nicotine allowed in cigarettes.
Upcoming Vote
Lawmakers are set to vote on these two bills later this week. These bills are just the beginning, as the House will need to pass a total of 12 appropriations bills before October 1st to ensure continued government funding.
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