Boehner to move on deeply unpopular bills, House conservatives warn

House Speaker John Boehner’s surprise resignation Friday will not necessarily help House conservatives pass their agenda, but it will enable Boehner to garner the Democrat votes he needs to pass legislation that is deeply unpopular with the Republican base, House conservatives told the Washington Examiner.

In a Friday meeting, Boehner told loyalists that he wants to move a transportation bill, Ex-Im Bank legislation, and maybe a “broader budget deal” before he leaves, according to media reports.