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Government Shutdown Drags On as House Remains Stalled

10/31/2025

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The government shutdown persists as Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) keeps the House out for over a month.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) pressed concerns about the lack of legislative progress during a GOP conference call.
Some leaders say work continues in committees, but appropriations bills remain stalled.
The House last voted on September 19.
There is growing consensus that the November 21 stopgap funding deadline may need to be extended.

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Story summary

The government shutdown persists as Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) keeps the House out for over a month.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) pressed concerns about the lack of legislative progress during a GOP conference call.
Some leaders say work continues in committees, but appropriations bills remain stalled.
The House last voted on September 19.
There is growing consensus that the November 21 stopgap funding deadline may need to be extended.