Congress Struggles Over $100 Billion Spending Bill

House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing backlash from conservative lawmakers over a massive year-end spending bill aimed at preventing a government shutdown. The continuing resolution (CR), which spans 1,574 pages and includes over $100 billion for disaster relief, is criticized for its lack of transparency and for being rushed through Congress with limited review time. Key conservative figures, including Rep. Chip Roy and Rep. Eric Burlison, have labeled the bill a 'dumpster fire,' expressing frustrations over what they view as reckless and unpaid spending. Senator Rand Paul has threatened to stall the package unless there is a commitment to debate amendments aimed at offsetting the new expenditures. The deadline for passing this legislation is imminent, with a risk of a partial government shutdown looming if consensus is not reached by Friday night. The situation reflects ongoing tensions within the GOP regarding fiscal responsibility and government spending practices.