House Passes Spending Bill to Avert Government Shutdown, Senate Vote Looms
The House voted 217-213 to pass a spending bill to fund the government through September 2025, sending it to the Senate for consideration.
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Overview
In a contentious near-party-line vote, the House approved a spending bill to prevent a government shutdown, seeking support from Senate Democrats amid sharp divisions. The continuing resolution funds the government through September 2025, reducing non-defense spending while increasing military budget. Speaker Johnson faces pressure as Senate Democrats grapple with whether to support the measure or risk a shutdown. President Trump and Vice President Vance urged GOP solidarity for the bill. The Senate requires 60 votes to pass, increasing uncertainty for its future.
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Analysis
- The House passed a continuing resolution to fund the government through September 2025, relying on strong GOP support and only one defection, but its future in the Senate is uncertain, requiring bipartisan support.
- Senate Democrats face a tough choice: either support the House-passed bill that imposes significant cuts to non-defense spending or risk a government shutdown, amid concerns over health and social programs.
- While the bill includes increased funding for defense and border security, Democrats criticize it for cuts to essential services, potentially putting key programs at risk and creating friction among Senate leadership.
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The spending bill funds the government through September 2025, reduces non-defense spending, and increases the military budget.
The Senate requires 60 votes to pass the bill, which increases uncertainty due to the need for bipartisan support.
If the Senate does not pass the bill, it could lead to a government shutdown, as the current funding would expire.
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