On January 14, 2026, a proposal by Rep. Chip Roy to cut funding for certain federal judges was voted on in the House. This amendment aimed to reduce the budget for the D. C. District Court and Circuit Court and eliminate staff funding for two judges criticized for their judicial conduct.
1. The Amendment's Purpose:
• Rep. Chip Roy proposed an amendment as part of the fiscal 2026 appropriations bill. The amendment aimed to reduce the budgets of the D. C. District Court and Circuit Court by 20% and eliminate staffing budgets for Judges James Boasberg and Deborah Boardman.
• Roy argued that these judges have acted against the interests of the American public and have shown judicial activism, prioritizing personal views over their official duties.
2. Judicial Behavior Criticism:
• Roy criticized the two judges, claiming they have abused their power and undermined the President's authority in executing policies supported by the electorate.
• He highlighted incidents like the lenient sentence given to a man attempting to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Kavanaugh and Boasberg's involvement in sealed subpoenas against Republican officials.
3. Vote Outcome:
• Despite presenting a case against the judges, the amendment failed significantly in a Roll Call Vote, with 163 votes for and 257 against, including 46 Republican members joining Democrats in opposition.
• The defeat of the amendment was framed as a betrayal by many in the conservative community, who feel this act supports a perceived "Deep State" within the judicial system.
4. Republican Reaction:
• The list of the 46 House Republicans who voted against the amendment was noted, indicating a division within the party regarding judicial funding and accountability.
• The criticism centered on the idea that these Republicans betrayed their party's interests and the public by voting alongside Democrats to preserve funding for these judges.
The attempt to cut funding for certain federal judges through Rep. Chip Roy's amendment failed, despite a strong push from some Republican members who argued these judges are acting against the interests of the American people. The significant bipartisan opposition to the amendment has raised concerns among conservatives about the judiciary's influence and accountability. The outcome highlights ongoing tensions within the Republican Party as they grapple with issues related to judicial reform and party unity.
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/unbelievable-46-house-republicans-join-democrats-kill-chip/
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