This is one of the most shameful episodes, in my view, in the modern history of the Congress. The decision that Speaker Johnson made to recess the house for 54 days to send Republican members home on paid vacation for eight weeks is disgraceful. It is a debasement of our Constitution. It is unprecedented. And every Republican member, as they arrive this evening and tomorrow morning, ought to be asked the question why they … (12:19–12:34)
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Asserts that Speaker Johnson recessed the House for 54 days, sending members on paid vacation.
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