Democratic Caucus Votes to Reject Obama Tax Compromise

Reports that House Democrats were warming up to President Obama's tax rate compromise with Republicans appear to be wrong. In a closed-door meeting of the House Democratic caucus, Democrats voted to reject the deal and are expected to do the same thing when the plan officially hits the House floor.

From The Hill:

The House Democratic Caucus on Thursday rejected the tax deal negotiated between the White House and Senate Republicans.

The non-binding vote held during a closed meeting of the caucus puts tremendous pressure on House leaders to fight for changes to the proposal.

"I don't think there's any doubt that [Speaker Nancy Pelosi] will follow the caucus," Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) told reporters.

This is a breaking story. Updates will be added.

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