Speaker Jeffries Evaluates Spending Legislation

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has indicated that House Democrats will assess the new spending legislation proposed by Speaker Mike Johnson, aimed at averting a government shutdown. This evaluation comes as Congress faces a tight deadline to pass the funding bill by the end of the month.

In light of the government funding deadline approaching, Jeffries emphasized the importance of bipartisan cooperation to prevent a shutdown that could negatively impact American citizens. The proposed legislation includes a three-month continuing resolution, which is seen as a necessary step to avoid more contentious funding battles later in the year. Johnson’s plan, which excludes controversial measures that previously hindered progress, has garnered some bipartisan support, although it reflects a compromise that may not fully satisfy all factions within the House. Jeffries noted that the House Democrats would collectively review the bill before its consideration, signaling a willingness to work with their Republican counterparts to ensure government operations continue smoothly.