Speaker Boehner on the Budget and Tax Cuts
The day after the 2012 elections, House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) congratulated President and Mrs. Obama and Vice President and Mrs. Biden. He spoke to reporters about working… read more
The day after the 2012 elections, House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) congratulated President and Mrs. Obama and Vice President and Mrs. Biden. He spoke to reporters about working with President Obama and the Senate to avoid the “fiscal cliff,” the impending automatic tax increases and budget cuts at the end of 2012 if Congress cannot reach a new budget agreement. He said that Republicans would consider a deal that includes higher taxes “under the right conditions.” He also stated, “Mr. President, this is your moment. We’re ready to be led....We want you to succeed.” He did not respond to questions. close
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