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House Rejects Johnson's Funding Bill with SAVE Act in 202-220 Vote as Shutdown Looms

Sep 18, 2024, 10:51 PM

The U.S. House of Representatives has rejected Speaker Mike Johnson's six-month government funding bill, which included the SAVE Act requiring proof of citizenship to vote. The bill failed with a vote of 202-220, with 14 Republicans and nearly all Democrats opposing it, and 2 voting present. The defeat leaves Congress with limited time to negotiate a new funding plan before the government shutdown deadline on September 30. Johnson faces criticism from both parties, with Democrats urging a bipartisan approach and some Republicans expressing frustration over his inability to secure enough support. Notably, three Democrats voted in favor of the bill. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer emphasized the need for a bipartisan solution to avoid a shutdown. Trump's influence continues to loom over the proceedings, with some attributing the push for a shutdown to his directives.