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Democrats join with Republicans to advance House-passed government spending bill


Published on 2025-03-14 18:00:38 - CNN
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  • Senate Democrats joined Republicans Friday on a key procedural vote to advance a bill that would ultimately avert a government shutdown at midnight, despite intensifying pressure from across the Democratic Party to block the GOP's funding measure.

The article from MSN discusses a bipartisan effort in the U.S. House of Representatives where Democrats joined Republicans to advance a government spending bill. This bill, which passed with a vote of 339-85, aims to fund the government through the fiscal year, avoiding a potential government shutdown. The legislation includes funding for various departments and agencies, with some adjustments to spending levels to meet the demands of both parties. Notably, the bill saw support from 207 Democrats and 132 Republicans, showcasing a rare moment of cooperation in a politically divided Congress. Key points of contention included defense spending, border security, and social program funding, but compromises were made to ensure passage. This move is seen as a step towards more stable governance, though it still needs to pass the Senate before being signed into law by President Biden.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/democrats-join-with-republicans-to-advance-house-passed-government-spending-bill/ar-AA1AWFPT ]