Even some of the most senior lawmakers say they do not know the man.

The majority of lawmakers inside would probably agree with him.

With the increase, the pay of most lawmakers will rise to $141,300.

None of the lawmakers said a word at the conference.

Two of the lawmakers dropped their support within 24 hours.

The two are among a small group of lawmakers who have been asked by party leaders to help promote the president's tax cut plan.

The proposal won the support of many environmental groups and lawmakers.

A growing number of lawmakers, even within his own party, are saying they have lost confidence in him.

"But that does not appear to be the view of the lawmakers."

He is said to be high on the list of lawmakers the owners will visit.