The World Next Week Congress’s Funding Battle, Iran Sends Missiles to Russia, Orbán Defies the EU, and More
Sep 13, 2024
Viktor Orbán, the President of Hungary and a polarizing figure known for his assertive stance against the EU, discusses the looming U.S. government shutdown and its implications. He sheds light on Iran's missile transfers to Russia and the consequences for Ukraine. Orbán also remains defiant about Hungary's asylum law penalties from the EU, emphasizing national sovereignty. Meanwhile, geopolitical shifts are further highlighted by China's military aid to Cambodia, signaling its growing influence in the region.
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Use A Short CR To Avoid A Shutdown
- Pass a short continuing resolution to avoid a shutdown and buy time before the election.
- Prefer a three-month CR to protect defense readiness and avoid a pre-election showdown.
Intra-Party Rifts Fuel Budget Risk
- Internal Republican divisions and Trump's pressure raise the risk of brinkmanship around the SAVE Act.
- That dynamic undermines both budget negotiations and public confidence in election integrity.
Don't Weaponize Voter ID Rules
- Avoid imposing new ID requirements that disproportionately burden voters without passports or driver's licenses.
- Don’t use election rules as a tool for intimidation or suppression ahead of a close contest.