Speaker Johnson faces budget vote, potential shutdown crisis

House Speaker Mike Johnson is aggressively pushing a multi-trillion dollar budget resolution for a vote, facing significant hurdles including a lack of sufficient votes and internal Republican disagreements over Medicaid cuts. The budget plan aims to facilitate the passage of President Trump's border, energy, and tax agenda through a reconciliation process, which allows for a simple majority in the Senate. Despite endorsements from Trump and some support from conservative hard-liners, Johnson can only afford to lose a couple of Republican votes, with some members expressing skepticism. The timing of the vote remains uncertain, as leadership works to ensure all members are present and aligned before the high-stakes decision. Meanwhile, Senate Republicans are watching closely, prepared to pivot to their own fiscal strategy if Johnson's plan falters. The urgency is compounded by an impending government funding deadline, putting pressure on both parties to reach a consensus quickly.