Senate Ruling Threatens Ballroom Funding in G.O.P. Budget Bill
Democrats announced Saturday night that the Senate's top parliamentary referee had determined that the $1 billion provision did not comply with budget rules.
www.nytimes.comDemocrats described the ruling as blocking the White House ballroom security money in the reconciliation package. Reports say the ruling would require changes or a 60-vote threshold. GOP aides indicated efforts to rework the plan post-ruling. Officials pointed to finding another route to authorize the ballroom project. Democrats framed the decision as a setback for Trump and his team. Supporters argued the ruling highlights reconciliation limits. The decision circulated Saturday night among lawmakers and staff. Observers noted the balloting path remains unclear without changes. Party leaders pursued a path to keep the plan alive while respecting rules.