Government Funding and CR Endorsement by President Trump
President Trump endorses a continuing resolution to fund the government through the end of September amidst the prospect of a mid-March government shutdown. Various politicians express support or concerns regarding the clean CR and potential spending changes.
Key Points
- President Trump endorses a clean CR for government funding through September
- House Speaker Mike Johnson mentions potential anomalies in the CR to reflect spending changes
- Various Republican representatives express support or concerns regarding the clean CR
Pros
- Continuing resolution may prevent a mid-March government shutdown
- Potential for identifying cuts and increasing efficiency in government spending
Cons
- Concerns about potential cuts in programs affecting low-income families
- Debate over including anomalies in a clean CR