House conservatives are setting the stage for what is likely to be another high-profile government spending showdown just days ahead of a scheduled shutdown and federal agencies are set to lapse in funding.
Republicans in the House Freedom Caucus released a list of policies they want to see in spending negotiations when Congress returns to session next week, pushing for a one-year stopgap spending bill if those demands are not met. The list puts House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) in a tough position because he must navigate a way to avoid a government shutdown scheduled for March 1.
Congress is in session just three days before a partial government shutdown begins March 1.
We need lower spending levels and real policy wins.
If you can't get either, why proceed with higher than Pelosi spending and preserving all Biden's
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