Politics
Government Averts Shutdown Ahead of Midterms
The House passed a short-term government funding bill, averting a shutdown just days before the midterm elections. The vote was largely along party lines, with strong support from Democrats and opposition from Republicans.
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The Hill
The House on Tuesday voted to send a short-term extension of government funding to President Trump’s desk, avoiding a politically risky shutdown on the eve of the midterm elections. The continuing resolution (CR), which funds the government through Dec. 11, passed the House on a 370-48 vote, with 1
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