John McCain supports the Senate tax reform bill

  There are still a few Republican holdouts who are waiting for a few concessions before they decide how they will vote on the Senate tax reform legislation but John McCain is no longer one of them. Here is more:

The GOP tax overhaul looks increasingly likely to win enough votes to pass in the Senate after Senator John McCain said he supports the bill.

“After careful thought and consideration, I have decided to support the Senate tax reform bill. I believe this legislation, though far from perfect, would enhance American competitiveness, boost the economy, and provide long overdue tax relief for middle class families,” McCain said in a statement Thursday.

  This was a big “get” for the Republicans and the chances of this bill passing is looking more and more likely. However there are still amendments being added to the legislation and I do not trust John McCain. I would not be surprised to see the Senator from Arizona use one of the amendments to announce he now opposes the legislation and deliver another defeat to the President much like he did on the Obamacare repeal legislation.

  There is talk the vote could be held as early as tonight or in the wee hours of the morning so we will know soon…

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