In a significant political maneuver, House Speaker Mike Johnson has turned to Democrats for support to prevent a government shutdown, as GOP dissent threatens funding measures. With just one week left before a potential shutdown deadline, Johnson's efforts have resulted in a bipartisan agreement that extends government funding into December, effectively pushing the shutdown threat beyond the upcoming elections. Key provisions in the deal include additional funding for the Secret Service and a rejection of hardline Republican demands linked to voter proof-of-citizenship legislation. This new spending plan reflects a compromise in Congress where traditional party lines have blurred, particularly as Republicans defy former President Trump’s calls for brinkmanship. As lawmakers prepare for a final vote on a three-month funding extension, the Johnson administration’s decision may have far-reaching implications, especially regarding the GOP’s relationship with its far-right base.