Democrats Face New Setback as Rep. Norcross Hospitalized Ahead of Key Budget Vote

Norcross’s emergency hospitalization intensifies challenges for House Democrats while internal GOP divisions complicate the Republican budget plan's path forward.

Rep. Donald Norcross was hospitalized in North Carolina following an emergency medical event likely related to his gallbladder, leaving him in stable condition.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has called for maximum attendance from Democrats for Wednesday’s tight vote on the Republican budget plan.
The Democrats' already narrow position in the House, following the recent deaths of two representatives, has been further strained by Norcross’s absence.
Internal divisions within the Republican Party, particularly opposition from the House Freedom Caucus and right-flank allies of Speaker Mike Johnson, threaten the budget plan’s success.
The upcoming vote on the Republican budget plan is expected to be closely contested, with both parties navigating significant internal and external challenges.

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