House Republicans are giving up on Congress despite holding the majority: 'This place is so broken'

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On Wednesday, Rep. Mark Green — who's just 59 years old — became the 5th GOP committee chair to announce his retirement.
On Wednesday, Rep. Mark Green — who's just 59 years old — became the 5th GOP committee chair to announce his retirement.

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A $174,000 salary isn't enough for members of Congress. In fact, they should probably give themselves a $100,000 raise.

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Rep. Patrick McHenry made waves last week when he called for a pay raise for members of Congress.
Rep. Patrick McHenry made waves last week when he called for a pay raise for members of Congress.

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Retiring House Republican says $174,000 isn't enough money for members of Congress: 'Most of us don't have wealth'

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Republican Rep. Patrick McHenry of North Carolina on the House floor on October 25.
Republican Rep. Patrick McHenry of North Carolina on the House floor on October 25.

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