'The GOP claims doing so is necessary in the interest of $11 billion in deficit reduction. But at the same time, they have doubled down on tax cuts skewed to the rich and special interests.'
in the time-sensitive talks, with the GOP insisting on their inclusion in any agreement to raise the debt limit.
In a statement Friday night, White House spokesperson Andrew Bates said the GOP's proposed work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are"designed to tie the most vulnerable up in bureaucratic paperwork" and"have shown no benefit for bringing more people into the workforce."
"The GOP claims doing so is necessary in the interest of $11 billion in deficit reduction," said Bates."But at the same time, they have doubled down on tax cuts skewed to the rich and special interests that would add $3.5 trillion to our debt." House Republicans have demanded new work requirements for recipients of SNAP, Medicaid, and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families —many of whomAsked Friday whether the GOP would be willing to drop its push for work requirements, Rep. Garret Graves —the party's lead negotiator—said,"Hell no.
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