House GOP Turns to Democrats for Stopgap Spending Bill Support
House GOP Seeks Democrat Support for Stopgap Spending Bill
In a surprising turn of events, House Republican leaders are changing course on the stopgap spending bill aimed at government funding until December 20. Initially planning to bring it through a regular process, they now rely on significant support from Democrats to pass it under suspension of the rules.
The Changing Landscape of Government Funding
The recent shift comes after internal resistance from some right-flank conservatives threatened to block the initial plan. The stopgap bill must clear the House floor soon to address the looming September 30 shutdown deadline.
- Speaker Mike Johnson's initial strategy was to introduce a six-month resolution coupled with voting requirements.
- Johnson's gambit failed due to intra-party conflicts.
- Democrats are expected to play a crucial role in the bill's passage.
Political Implications of Stopgap Support
The unexpected alliance may affect GOP politics moving forward, with many conservatives criticizing the bill's path to approval. As Rep. Hakeem Jeffries notes, the party's governing abilities come into question, reflecting on lessons from past leadership challenges.
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