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US House tees up close vote on government funding in face of Democratic opposition


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Published in Politics and Government on Tuesday, March 11th 2025 at 12:40 GMT by Reuters   Print publication without navigation

  • Republicans who control the U.S. Congress will try on Tuesday to advance legislation that would avert a weekend government shutdown, while Democrats alarmed by President Donald Trump's dramatic downsizing effort were expected to oppose it.

The U.S. House of Representatives is preparing for a close vote on a temporary funding measure to prevent a government shutdown, with opposition primarily coming from Democrats. This measure, proposed by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, aims to extend government funding for 30 days, incorporating spending cuts and enhanced border security measures. However, it has met resistance from Democrats due to the inclusion of these conservative policies. McCarthy's strategy involves passing this bill with mostly Republican support, potentially needing only a few Democratic votes to succeed. The urgency of the situation is underscored by the looming deadline, with the government set to run out of money by the end of the week if no action is taken. This scenario has led to a political standoff, with McCarthy facing pressure from both within his party and from the opposition, highlighting the challenges of governance in a divided Congress.

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