House Republican leaders have proposed a three-month funding plan to avoid a government shutdown, after Speaker Mike Johnson’s initial six-month proposal was rejected by his own party. The new plan, negotiated with Democrats, includes a $231 million allocation for the Secret Service and aims to pass before the September 30 deadline.
The House of Representatives rejected a Republican-led spending bill that included a provision requiring proof of citizenship to vote, highlighting deep divisions within the GOP and raising concerns about a potential government shutdown. The bill’s failure underscores the political maneuvering and strategic posturing taking place as the 2024 election approaches.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has blamed former President Donald Trump and Republicans for a potential government shutdown after the House failed to pass a stopgap spending bill. Schumer accused Trump of not understanding the legislative process and urged Republicans to resist his demands for the inclusion of the SAVE Act, a measure requiring proof of citizenship to vote, in the spending bill.
The House of Representatives has rejected Speaker Mike Johnson’s proposal to fund the government, throwing the possibility of a government shutdown into serious doubt. The bill, which included a six-month stopgap measure and a citizenship requirement for voting, failed to secure enough Republican votes. This development comes as political tensions rise and both parties face the challenge of finding a solution before the end of the month.
Amidst mounting concerns over failed assassination attempts against former President Donald Trump, House Republicans are pushing for increased funding for the U.S. Secret Service. While a short-term spending bill to avert a government shutdown is unlikely to include any conservative policies, GOP lawmakers are exploring adding Secret Service funds as a backup plan.
House Speaker Mike Johnson faces a potential government shutdown as he pushes to attach a controversial voting bill requiring citizenship checks to a bill extending government funding. The plan has sparked resistance within the House GOP, with several members opposed to the move, potentially jeopardizing its passage.
The House of Representatives is on the brink of a showdown over a bill that would avert a government shutdown and mandate proof of citizenship for voter registration. The bill, combining a continuing resolution (CR) with the controversial SAVE Act, passed the House Rules Committee but faces opposition from several Republicans and the White House. Meanwhile, Speaker Mike Johnson faces pressure to navigate a tight vote and a potential clash with Senate Democrats.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is attaching a controversial voter ID requirement to a short-term spending bill, potentially risking a government shutdown just weeks before the presidential election. Democrats strongly oppose the move, arguing it’s a partisan ploy and will likely fail in the Senate. The bill could also backfire for Republicans if it triggers a shutdown, putting the blame squarely on their shoulders.
House Republicans are pushing a plan to avoid a government shutdown by attaching a controversial elections bill to a funding extension. However, the bill has drawn opposition from both Democrats and some Republicans who worry about the political fallout of a shutdown, particularly in the run-up to the November elections.
Republicans, led by House Speaker Mike Johnson, are pushing to include the ‘SAVE Act’, which requires proof of citizenship for voter registration, in a must-pass spending bill. Democrats, however, are resisting this move, arguing that it is unnecessary and based on unfounded claims. The inclusion of this bill in the spending deal has become a point of contention between the two parties, potentially leading to a government shutdown if an agreement cannot be reached.
