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Lawmakers Push for Funding Extension Amid Crisis
9/29/2025
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Story summary
- Lawmakers negotiate a funding extension as the deadline nears, led by Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate leaders.
- The Senate will vote on a House-passed bill to keep government open for seven weeks, needing eight Democrats' votes.
- Trump canceled a meeting with Democrats, while Democratic leaders push bipartisan cooperation on health care amid the funding crisis.
