Trump Wants Texas Congressman Challenged Over Debt Ceiling Stance

President Donald Trump has called for a primary challenger to take on U. S. Rep. Chip Roy of Texas, blasting him for standing against lifting the debt ceiling without restrictions. Roy, known for his passion for slashing federal spending, has advocated for limits on future spending before agreeing to raise the borrowing cap. Trump, however, sees Roy's stance as a hurdle to a "Great Republican Victory. " "Republican obstructionists have to be eliminated, " Trump posted, suggesting that someone more talented should step up and run against Roy. While Trump and his allies want to raise the debt ceiling now to avoid future struggles under a potential Republican administration, Roy insists on doing so only with serious spending reforms. This debate comes as the U. S. faces a looming government shutdown due to a continuing resolution fight and controversy over a massive spending bill caught in Congress.