House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces GOP Opposition Over Trump-Backed Shutdown Plan with SAVE Act

Sep 11, 2024, 02:58 PM

House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing significant opposition from within his own party regarding his Trump-backed plan to avert a government shutdown. The plan, which includes a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the government through March 2025, is tied to the SAVE Act, a measure requiring proof of citizenship to vote. Despite support from some Republicans, including those who view the SAVE Act as essential for election integrity, others are against the plan due to concerns over increased spending and its potential ineffectiveness. Notably, Rep. Tim Burchett and Rep. Cory Mills have voiced their opposition. The proposal has also faced criticism from Democrats, including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who argues that the plan is not a serious effort to keep the government open. Amidst the growing dissent, Johnson has decided to pull the vote on the CR and SAVE Act to build further consensus, delaying any immediate resolution to the looming shutdown threat, which is set for September 30.