Summary
House Speaker Mike Johnson met with former President Donald Trump to discuss strategies for funding the government and avoiding a shutdown. Johnson indicated that Trump understands the challenges faced by House Republicans, particularly the lack of votes for the proposed SAVE Act, which aims to require proof of citizenship for voter registration.
The urgency of the meeting arises as the government faces a potential shutdown at the end of the month. Johnson’s previous plan to extend funding through March, which included the controversial SAVE Act, was rejected by the House, leaving him with limited options. Johnson emphasized the importance of election security, aligning with Trump’s priorities, while also acknowledging the need for bipartisan support to pass a short-term funding bill. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has indicated that if House Republicans cannot reach an agreement, the Senate will take action to prevent a shutdown, framing the situation as a “Trump shutdown” to hold Republicans accountable for any potential government closure.
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