Congressman Ted Yoho Defends Vote Against Debt Ceiling Increase

U.S. Rep. Ted Yoho, R-Fla., has issued a statement defending his Wednesday "no" vote against raising the nation's debt ceiling:

I gave my constituents in Florida my word that I would bring accountability to government. I stood by my word by voting against HR 325, which ultimately raises the debt ceiling. For that reason alone, I could not support it.

The concept of No Budget, No Pay, is a step in the right direction of holding Congress accountable and placing pressure on all of us to perform our duties. We face tough challenges and must make major decisions soon. The policies of both parties from the last decade have increased the national debt to an unsustainable level. My goal is to work with my constituents and colleagues alike to take on these challenges.

The debt-raising measurepassed the Republican-controlled House of Representatives on a 285-144 vote, with 86 Democrats supporting it and 33 Republicans opposing. It now heads to the Democrat-controlled Senate.