Sen. Capito Says White House Wouldn't Negotiate Rescue Plan

Senator Shelley Moore Capito discusses concerns over the $1.9 trillion stimulus package, highlighting the lack of bipartisan negotiation and the allocation of funds. She emphasizes the importance of infrastructure funding and the need for bipartisan efforts. The conversation shifts to supply chain diversification, particularly in response to the semiconductor shortage and reliance on China. Capito stresses the challenges of achieving bipartisanship in a polarized Senate, advocating for collaboration and maintaining the filibuster to ensure minority voices are heard.

What is one of the main concerns Senator Capito has about the $1.9 trillion stimulus package?

• It includes too much funding for vaccines.

• It was passed too quickly.

• It focuses too much on infrastructure.

• It lacks sufficient bipartisan support.

What is the base bill for infrastructure funding that Senator Capito mentions?

• The Great American Outdoors Act.

• A new bipartisan bill.

• A surface transportation bill passed a year ago.

• The American Rescue Plan.

Why is diversifying the supply chain a bipartisan concern?

• It prevents dependency on foreign countries for critical supplies.

• It increases the production of semiconductors.

• It helps reduce costs.

• It ensures more jobs in China.

What does Senator Capito suggest is a reason American companies moved production overseas?

• Better quality control.

• Lower production costs.

• Higher demand for foreign products.

• Increased government incentives.

What does Senator Capito emphasize as a benefit of bringing production back to the U.S.?

• Higher export rates.

• Increased job creation.

• Lower taxes.

• Better international relations.

What is one of the challenges mentioned by Senator Capito in a 50-50 Senate?

• Passing bills without any opposition.

• Increasing the number of senators.

• Finding enough votes for bipartisan support.

• Reducing the number of committees.

What does Senator Capito believe is necessary for effective governance in the Senate?

• Eliminating the filibuster.

• Reducing the number of committees.

• Maintaining the filibuster for minority input.

• Increasing the number of senators.