Government shutdown

2024 - 9 - 18

Government Shutdown: The Drama Unfolds Like a Reality TV Show!

Congress - Donald Trump - Federal Employees Balance - Government Shutdown - House of Representatives - Marjorie Taylor Greene - Mike Johnson - Political Satire - Voter ID Legislation

Can the Democrats save the day as House Republicans bicker like siblings? Tune in to find out!

As the clock ticks down to October 1, the pressure mounts on Congress to avert a looming government shutdown. House Republicans, under the leadership of Speaker Mike Johnson, are knee deep in a political tussle, trying to find common ground on a crucial funding bill. But with divisions simmering within the GOP and cries of 'bait and switch' from members like Marjorie Taylor Greene, the portrayal of a dysfunctional family drama on Capitol Hill is all but set. With Trump advising for a shutdown, the stakes couldn't be higher, and it appears only the Democrats can save the day!

While Democrats, including Peltola, stand united in their strategy to collaborate and avert this crisis, the GOP remains caught in a web of conflicting interests. The proposed funding bill not only seeks to keep the government running but also includes provisions for tighter voter registration rules that have left many Republicans at odds. Reminiscent of sibling rivalry, the question remains: who will emerge victorious?

As the House gears up for a showdown vote with no clear resolution in sight, the urgency of the situation can’t be overstated. A failure to pass this funding measure will mean thousands of federal workers could face furloughs, while critical services across the nation come to a grinding halt. In a daring move that could backfire, Speaker Johnson is seemingly willing to push forward with a vote despite expectations of failure. Talk about a bold strategy!

The potential shutdown is not just a matter of inconvenience; it could have ripple effects across various sectors of American life, forcing families to rethink their plans and businesses to brace for impact. Historically, government shutdowns have triggered waves of public frustration, and if one occurs this time, the Republicans might bear the brunt of the backlash.

In interesting tidbits about government shutdowns, did you know that the longest shutdown in U.S. history lasted a staggering 35 days during late 2018 and early 2019? It not only disrupted federal services but also made the headlines around the world! So, as we await Congress's decision, let's hope for a resolution that doesn’t plunge us back into the chaos of a government shutdown.

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Peltola supports Democratic plan to avert government shutdown ... (Alaska Beacon)

House Republicans are divided and appear to lack the votes on their own to avert a government shutdown, signaling a need for Democratic help.

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US House readies vote on funding bill as Trump urges shutdown ... (Reuters)

The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives was set to vote on a bill to fund the government and impose new voter registration rules, ...

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House Republicans poised to reject funding bill with shutdown just ... (NBC News)

Speaker Johnson's plan calls for a six-month funding bill tied to Trump-backed voter ID legislation. The government will shut down on Oct. 1 if Congress ...

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House to vote on GOP plan to fund the government with shutdown ... (CBS News)

The House is voting Wednesday on a government funding measure with less than two weeks before a possible government shutdown.

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Government Shutdown: Mike Johnson faces growing pressure (Newsweek)

Mike Johnson's spending bill faces opposition from Republicans and Democrats, risking failure and a government shutdown.

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'Classic bait and switch': Marjorie Taylor Greene, Johnson spar over ... (USA TODAY)

Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene accused House Speaker Mike Johnson of using 'bait and switch' tactics to try to avoid a government shutdown.

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Speaker Johnson's funding plan expected to fail as shutdown ... (ABC News)

House Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday will forge ahead with a vote on his government funding plan despite it being expected to fail.

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Government Shutdown Looms Again (AGF Perspectives)

SENATE MAJORITY LEADER Chuck Schumer and his Democratic colleagues cannot believe their good fortune — Republicans will get blamed for this just a month before ...

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What happens if a government shutdown happens on Oct. 1? The ... (USA TODAY)

Congress must pass spending legislation before the start of the new fiscal year on Oct. 1 to avoid furloughing thousands of federal workers and reducing federal ...

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government shutdown: US government shutdown: Is Federal ... (Economic Times)

Republican controlled US House representatives is voting on legislation today. The legislation contains an important bill which is constitute of tighter ...

Congress votes down spending bill as government shutdown looms (WJCT NEWS)

Congress is running out of time to avert a government shutdown. House Republicans will put up a partisan proposal that does not even have enough votes ...

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The Government Shutdown Standoff in Congress, Explained (U.S. News & World Report)

GOP lawmakers in the House are divided over a stopgap spending bill that could prevent a government shutdown. Here's a look at where things stand.

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Government shutdown deadline nearing as U.S. House stumbles on ... (South Dakota Searchlight)

Congress has 12 days left to approve a short-term government funding bill before the shutdown deadline, though negotiations haven't started.

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Congress votes down spending bill as government shutdown looms (KNAU Arizona Public Radio)

Congress is running out of time to avert a government shutdown. House Republicans will put up a partisan proposal that does not even have enough votes ...

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House Defeats Mike Johnson's Spending Bill as Government ... (The New York Times)

Both Republicans and Democrats opposed the stopgap funding bill, which was tied to new rules requiring proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote.

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Government shutdown deadline nearing as U.S. House stumbles on ... (New Hampshire Bulletin)

Congress has 12 days left to approve a short-term government funding bill before the shutdown deadline, though leaders in the Republican House and ...

Congress votes down spending bill as government shutdown looms (NPR)

Congress is running out of time to avert a government shutdown. House Republicans will put up a partisan proposal that does not even have enough votes ...

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House votes to reject GOP bill to avert government shutdown (The Washington Post)

The House rejected a GOP effort to avert a government shutdown. Lawmakers have until Sept. 30 to extend government funding.

Congress votes down spending bill as government shutdown looms (KGOU)

Congress is running out of time to avert a government shutdown. House Republicans will put up a partisan proposal that does not even have enough votes ...

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Temporary government funding bill fails in House vote, next steps to ... (PBS NewsHour)

The House on Wednesday rejected Speaker Mike Johnson's proposal that would have linked temporary funding for the federal government with a mandate that ...

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With election looming, Congress scrambles to avert government ... (PBS NewsHour)

With just under two weeks to go, the House of Representatives is taking a risk by voting on a government funding patch with controversial election reform ...

Congress votes down spending bill as government shutdown looms (WNIJ and WNIU)

Congress is running out of time to avert a government shutdown. House Republicans will put up a partisan proposal that does not even have enough votes ...

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Senate will move stopgap funding bill as government shutdown looms (The Hill)

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) announced Thursday that he will act later in the day to advance a bipartisan government funding bill after ...

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Trump Calls for Government Shutdown Unless Congress Makes It ... (Rolling Stone)

Donald Trump encouraged Republicans to shut down the government if they don't secure passage of the SAVE Act.

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House rejects temporary funding bill to avoid government shutdown (Alabama Daily News)

Next steps on government funding are uncertain. Lawmakers are not close to completing work on the dozen annual appropriations bills that will fund federal ...

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Government shutdown looms before Congress (FOX 25/48 - WiProud.com)

14 Republicans joined Democrats against the bill, which on top of government funding, would have required proof of citizenship to vote, a priority for some ...

A government shutdown? HHS has a plan. (Politico)

When asked about the possibility of a shutdown — which seems unlikely so far — an HHS spokesperson directed Pulse to a 2024 contingency plan.

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