Our Republican Legacy Opposes Trump's Fiscally Irresponsible Budget

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Our Republican Legacy (ORL), a collective of conservative leaders committed to principled Republican values, condemns the passage of President Trump’s budget-busting bill. This move betrays traditional Republican principles and further jeopardizes our fiscal discipline.

"This bill increases our national debt by roughly 10 percent, escalating it to unsustainable levels,” stated former Senator Jack Danforth (R-MO), ORL founder. “Trump is gambling with our economy, and this recklessness will affect every American, regardless of income or location.”

Former Montana Governor Marc Racicot, ORL National Chair, emphasized: “Congress should not have rushed to meet Trump’s artificial Independence Day deadline. Instead, they should've taken a break, reevaluated, and crafted a responsible budget framework that curtails the U.S. borrowing spree, alleviating pressure on rising interest rates and safeguarding the future of Social Security and Medicare.”

The current continuing budget resolution, passed in March, does not expire until September 30, 2025. Congress had three months to develop a fiscally responsible budget, yet both chambers plan to take August off for a “district work period.” Given the significant budget issues and their impact on the economy, ORL urges Congress to remain in session and create a balanced budget proposal that preserves long-term economic prosperity without excessive borrowing.

ORL’s Fiscal Responsibility principle states:

“Historically, our party stood for fiscal responsibility. The surge in national debt is a legacy of weakness future generations must bear. We renew our commitment to a sound economy.”

ORL calls on Congress and the Trump Administration to adopt a binding Fiscal Responsibility Framework that:

• Reduces the debt-to-GDP ratio sustainably.

• Combines significant spending cuts with responsible revenue measures.

• Commits to pay-as-you-go budgeting without gimmicks, except during genuine emergencies.