Congressman Alex Mooney explains his vote against federal budget

West Virginia Congressman Alex Mooney made headlines recently as the lone member of the state’s congressional delegation to vote against a $1.2 trillion federal budget. Mooney, a Republican, cited concerns about the spending being irresponsible and not in line with conservative values.

In a recent interview on MetroNews’ “Talkline,” Mooney expressed his disappointment in the budget, stating, “For the first time recently, the majority of the House Republicans voted against it — although I was the only one in the state of West Virginia to vote against it.” He emphasized the need for fiscal responsibility and criticized the lack of border security measures in the bill.

Despite Mooney’s opposition, the budget passed in the House with support from most Democrats and some Republicans. The Senate also approved the appropriations bill, with both of West Virginia’s senators voting in favor.

The passage of the budget came after months of negotiations and the threat of a government shutdown. Mooney voiced his frustration with the recurring cycle of budget battles and shutdown threats, calling for a return to a more transparent and controlled spending process.

Mooney’s stance on fiscal issues is a key part of his campaign for U.S. Senate, where he is challenging Governor Jim Justice in the Republican primary. He has positioned himself as the conservative choice in the race, highlighting his opposition to federal spending bills like the infrastructure package and pandemic relief.

As the race heats up, Mooney is confident that his message of fiscal conservatism will resonate with West Virginia voters. With the polls showing a tightening race, the battle for the Senate seat is shaping up to be a closely watched contest in the state.