Government Budget Negotiations and Risk of Shutdown
Rep. Blake Moore, R-Utah discusses ongoing House budget negotiations and the risk of a government shutdown. A bill has been released to avert a partial government shutdown during the first 100 days of President Donald Trump's term. The bill maintains current government funding levels and includes additional funding for defense, healthcare for veterans, and ICE operations. Democrats are opposing the bill, accusing Republicans of trying to cut funding for healthcare, nutritional assistance, and veterans benefits.
Key Points
- Bill maintains current government funding levels through FY 2026
- Additional funding for defense, healthcare for veterans, and ICE operations
- Democrats accuse Republicans of attempting to cut funding for essential services
Pros
- Averts a partial government shutdown during the first 100 days of President Trump's term
- Maintains current government funding levels through the beginning of fiscal year 2026
- Includes additional funding for defense, healthcare for veterans, and ICE operations
Cons
- Democrats are opposing the bill, accusing Republicans of trying to cut funding for healthcare, nutritional assistance, and veterans benefits
- History of conservative defections on CRs over the last two years may pose challenges