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2 Democrats, in highly unusual move, cross the aisle to save GOP bills
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Helen Huiskes, Mike Lillis, and The Hill , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· September 1, 2026
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Key points As a result, Speaker Mike Johnson's agenda for the week was saved. The rule was adopted by a narrow margin of 210-208.
A batch of GOP-backed bills was advanced with the help of two Democrats who voted with Republicans. This unusual move prevented a handful of conservatives from blocking the vote. As a result, Speaker Mike Johnson's agenda for the week was saved.
The rule was adopted by a narrow margin of 210-208. Five Republicans voted in opposition to the rule. Two Democrats, including Reps. Jared Golden, crossed the aisle to support the GOP-backed bills.
Further details about the vote and the bills in question are available from the source. The outcome of the vote highlights the unusual alliances formed to advance the legislation.
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Category: government Published: September 1, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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