House Freedom Caucus opposing short-term spending bill

House Freedom Caucus opposes short-term spending bill unless linked to bill requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote, causing potential government shutdown. Group wants funding extended into 2025 to avoid lame duck omnibus.

Remarks by Rep. Susan Wild regarding Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell during the 2019 government shutdown

Rep. Susan Wild made worrying remarks on Facebook suggesting a billboard with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's address should be put up during the government shutdown in 2019. McConnell faced pressure from Democrats and federal workers protested outside his residence. Trump eventually signed a stopgap to end the shutdown. Wild's comments resurface amid concerns over violent rhetoric against political figures.

House Speaker Mike Johnson's Decisions and Rep. Barry Moore's Frustration

Rep. Barry Moore expresses frustration over House Speaker Mike Johnson's decisions regarding funding for Israel and Ukraine, border security, and government shutdown threats in an interview with Mobile, AL radio FM Talk 106.5.

Senate passes $1.2 trillion spending package

The Senate passed a $1.2 trillion spending package after a brief partial government shutdown, with Republicans expressing anger over the process and content of the bills.

House Passes $1.2 Trillion Spending Bill

The House of Representatives narrowly passed a $1.2 trillion federal spending package along bipartisan lines to avoid a government shutdown. Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene introduced a motion to vacate the Speaker, blaming Rep. Mike Johnson for betraying the House GOP Conference. The Senate will consider the bill next.

Passing of $1.2 Trillion Spending Bill

The GOP-led House passed a $1.2 trillion spending bill with more votes from Democrats than Republicans. There is criticism about the late release of the bill and concerns about reckless spending and lack of transparency.

House of Representatives $1.2 Trillion Spending Bill

House of Representatives working to pass $1.2 trillion spending bill to avoid government shutdown. House conservatives criticize the term 'minibus' for being misleading.

Controversy Surrounding $1.2 Trillion Spending Bill

Sen. Mike Lee warns against voting for the $1.2 trillion spending bill released in the dead of the night due to lack of proper review and debate. The bill includes controversial allocations for Pentagon climate change initiatives, a new FBI headquarters, and restrictions on funding for the U.N. Relief and Works Agency.

Congressional Spending Bill

Congress to vote on a $1.2 trillion spending bill, introduced at 3:00 a.m., with Speaker Mike Johnson using procedural tactics to advance it. Conservatives express frustration over lack of wins in the bill, with concerns about border provisions. Government shutdown possible if bill is not passed by Saturday. Lack of input from rank-and-file members raises concerns.

Government Spending and Border Crossings in Arizona

Congress must pass spending measures by Friday to avoid a government shutdown. Border Patrol's Tucson sector in Arizona has seen a record number of migrant crossings since June.

Senate Passes $460 Billion Package to Avert Government Shutdown

The Senate passed a $460 billion package of spending bills to avert a partial government shutdown. Lawmakers spent the majority of Friday considering motions related to the bills and debating the package following President Biden's State of the Union address. The package now goes to Biden for him to sign.

House Speaker Mike Johnson passes $460 billion federal funding bill

House Speaker Mike Johnson passed a $460 billion federal funding bill to avoid a government shutdown. More Democrats than Republicans voted for the bill. The bill includes funding for departments and agencies whose funding expires soon. House GOP leaders did not follow through on their earlier vow to pass 12 individual spending bills.

Congressional Appropriations Bills for 2024

Congress unveiled the first six appropriations bills to fund various government departments for most of 2024, totaling over $450 billion. Republicans secured conservative policy victories, while Democrats pushed for increased funding for programs like the WIC nutrition assistance program.

Federal Government Funding Bill for Fiscal Year 2024

Lawmakers are rolling out a bill to fund part of the federal government for fiscal year 2024, aiming to avert a government shutdown. The bill includes cuts to key agencies, prevents DOJ from targeting parents at school board meetings, and separates appropriations bills into two packages.

Government Funding and Bipartisanship

President Biden signed a funding measure to avert a government shutdown, extending the funding deadline for appropriations bills. Congress must work in a bipartisan manner to fund the government.

Government Shutdown and Border Security

Rep. Nancy Mace discusses the importance of America's southern border as a government shutdown looms. Speaker Mike Johnson pushed a short-term federal funding bill that was passed by the House to avoid a shutdown. The bill extends funding levels to March 8 and March 22, with more Democrats than Republicans supporting it.

Government Shutdown

Both parties in Congress skeptical of Speaker Mike Johnson, government shutdown looming if White House and Congress can't reach agreement by end of week.

Government Shutdown Negotiations in 2024

Speaker Mike Johnson hopes to avert a government shutdown by extending funding deadlines for appropriations bills, with the possibility of a short-term bill to buy more time for negotiations.

Government Surveillance and Privacy Rights

FreedomWorks President warns against using government shutdown to reauthorize deep state spy powers through inserting Section 702 of FISA into funding bill, calling for proper debate and popular privacy measures instead.

Government Funding and Ukraine Aid Negotiations

President Biden and Vice President Harris met with congressional leaders in the Oval Office to discuss government funding and Ukraine aid. The leaders are optimistic about reaching a deal before a Friday deadline to avert a government shutdown, but remain divided on Ukraine funding.

Senate Republicans Warn House GOP Against Government Shutdown

Senate Republicans are warning their House GOP counterparts against causing a partial government shutdown at the end of the week, emphasizing that shutdowns are harmful to the country and a political loser. Speaker Mike Johnson's unstable grip on power is a concern, as he faces pressure from House conservatives pushing controversial policy riders in the funding package.

Government Shutdown and Impeachment Trial of DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

A looming partial government shutdown and the timeline for DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas' impeachment trial are discussed amid ongoing budget negotiations in Congress.

Potential Government Shutdown Warning by Senate Republicans

Senate Republicans are warning their House GOP counterparts against a potential government shutdown, emphasizing that it would be a political mistake. The failure to agree on legislation to fund various government departments could lead to disruptions if a resolution is not reached by the deadline.

Political Chaos in U.S. Congress

The U.S. Congress faces political chaos as they try to avoid a government shutdown, plan an election-year trial of President Biden's border official, and secure aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. Dysfunction and brinkmanship are hindering progress on critical legislation.

Current Events

Negotiators are working on a temporary cease-fire deal in Gaza, the Supreme Court is hearing arguments on social media bans, and Congress faces a potential government shutdown. Kara Swisher discusses her disillusionment with the tech industry, and craftswomen in Nepal are repurposing Everest trash.