GOP Leaders Scramble to Avoid Government Shutdown: Breaking News
The federal government is on the brink of a shutdown, with time ticking down to Friday night. Republican congressional leaders are working tirelessly to find a solution that will not only prevent a shutdown but also meet the demands set forth by President-elect Donald Trump.
Thousands of federal workers may face the prospect of working without pay, while others could be furloughed. The potential consequences of a government shutdown loom large, affecting many essential government services.
Details of New GOP Funding Plan Revealed
In a last-minute effort to avert a shutdown, Republican leaders have unveiled a new funding plan that seeks to address Trump’s demands. The plan includes a three-month extension of government funding, a two-year suspension of the debt limit pushing the deadline to January 2027, an extension of the farm bill, a $110 billion expansion for disaster relief, and funding for the reconstruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.
However, the bill notably leaves out provisions transferring the RFK Stadium site from federal control to Washington, D.C., and imposing restrictions on U.S. outbound investment in China.
House Minority Leader Criticizes Republican Proposal
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has been vocal in his criticism of the Republican plan, calling it unserious and laughable. Jeffries accuses extreme MAGA Republicans of pushing the country towards a shutdown, blaming the fallout on Trump and his ally, Elon Musk.
Rep. Jamie Raskin, a Maryland Democrat, echoed Jeffries’ sentiments, expressing frustration over the breakdown of bipartisan negotiations due to Musk’s interference. Raskin emphasizes the need to salvage the public good from the chaos caused by recent events.
As the deadline approaches, tensions are running high in Washington as leaders on both sides of the aisle scramble to reach a compromise and avert a potentially disastrous government shutdown. Stay tuned for further updates as this developing story unfolds.
