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Government Shutdown Looms as House Republicans Push Budget Bills

7/22/2025

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House Republicans are racing against the clock to pass 12 appropriations bills before the September 30 deadline, but they’re met with fierce opposition from Senate Democrats. As tensions escalate over a contentious $9 billion rescissions package, fears of a government shutdown loom large. Senate Majority Leader John Thune remains optimistic about bipartisan efforts, yet Democrats stand firm against proposed funding cuts.

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House Republicans are racing against the clock to pass 12 appropriations bills before the September 30 deadline, but they’re met with fierce opposition from Senate Democrats. As tensions escalate over a contentious $9 billion rescissions package, fears of a government shutdown loom large. Senate Majority Leader John Thune remains optimistic about bipartisan efforts, yet Democrats stand firm against proposed funding cuts.