Mike Johnson clears critical hurdle to ending government shutdown
Summary
The U.S. House of Representatives started discussions to end a partial government shutdown by considering funding bills. A vote allowed the bill to move forward for debate, gaining support after some Republican lawmakers changed their positions with President Trump's influence.Key Facts
- The House began debating bills to end the partial government shutdown.
- The debate includes appropriations bills and a short-term funding plan for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
- Congress has 10 days to agree on reforms and pass the DHS funding bill.
- The initial vote was very close, passing with a margin of 217-215.
- President Trump convinced two key Republican lawmakers to support the bill.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson worked to secure votes by keeping the vote open for 45 minutes.
- Only one member, Rep. Thomas Massie, voted against the procedural measure.
- The Freedom Caucus wants to influence future negotiations and include conservative priorities.
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