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News in English (USA) / 23.09.2024 / 02:00

US House Faces Government Shutdown Threat Amid Funding Bill Turmoil

In a critical move to avert a government shutdown, House leaders have unveiled a short-term spending deal that includes additional funding for the Secret Service. The plan, however, has been marred by controversies within the party, as House Speaker Mike Johnson faced backlash for removing Trump-era voting restrictions from the bill. While some Republicans are rallying behind a three-month stopgap measure to avoid a shutdown, others, including Marjorie Taylor Greene, have criticized the proposal, calling it a 'classic bait and switch'. The political landscape remains tense, with Trump urging for a shutdown unless stricter voting laws are enacted, complicating negotiations. As the September 30 deadline approaches, the failure of multiple funding proposals raises concerns over potential economic impacts and growing disarray among House Republicans. With December's funding bill already being prepared, all eyes are on Johnson's next steps amidst rising pressure and opposition.