Spending Bill
Fox News - Dec 20th, 2024
Senate Republicans try to fast-track emergency military pay as they brace for shutdown
Amid a looming government shutdown, Senate leaders push for a spending bill while ensuring military pay. Sen. Sullivan's Pay Our Troops Act garners bipartisan backing to protect armed services, despite previous opposition from Democrats.
Fox News - Dec 19th, 2024
In an early legislative test for Trump, plan B spending bill tanks in House
In a significant political setback, House Republicans could not pass President-elect Trump's spending bill, failing by a vote of 235-174. The bill aimed to avert a government shutdown but drew opposition from within the party, notably from Rep. Chip Roy, who criticized its fiscal implications. This failure highlights the challenges Trump may face in rallying Republican support amidst deepening divisions over government spending and debt management.
Fox News - Dec 19th, 2024
'Hell no': House Dems erupt over GOP spending deal
House Democrats are pushing back against Speaker Mike Johnson's latest spending proposal, claiming it's unreasonable and driven by extreme Republican factions. Concerns over a potential government shutdown grow as influential figures like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy undermine the negotiations. The bill aims to extend current funding levels and suspend the debt limit but faces significant opposition from both sides, raising uncertainty about its passage.
The Washington Post - Dec 19th, 2024
The U.S. government could shut down this weekend. Here’s what to know.
A federal shutdown is imminent due to Republican dissent over a proposed spending bill. Congress must reach a consensus before the weekend to fund agencies through mid-March, or face disruption in crucial services and unpaid federal workers after Saturday.
Npr - Dec 18th, 2024
Congressional lawmakers release spending bill to fund the government until March 14
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have released a spending bill to fund the federal government until March 14.
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