Speaker Boehner Refuses to Protect Ex-Im Bank, 'Will Not Make that Commitment'

Earlier today at his weekly press conference, Speaker Boehner adamantly refused to hold a vote that will protect American jobs and the job-creating Export-Import Bank, declaring that he…

"…will not make that commitment."  [5/21/15]

But Speaker Boehner and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell – the leaders of this so-called ‘New American Congress' – are not on the same page.

The Hill – McConnell promises Ex-Im Bank vote  [5/21/15]

Mr. Speaker – now is not the time to prolong uncertainty and deal a wanton and destructive blow to American workers, American manufacturers, and the American economy!  With its many benefits to the country, it's no wonder an overwhelming majority of House Members support its renewal.  Stop pandering to the extremist far-right, and bring this to a vote.