House Republicans Fail to Pass Spending Bill

Tensions are escalating among House Republicans as a government shutdown looms, following the failure to pass a significant spending bill intended to fund the government through March 14. Speaker Mike Johnson expressed disappointment over bipartisan opposition, including from within his party, stating that the bill was a responsible measure that would push the debt ceiling to January 2027. Democrats criticized the proposal, labeling it as MAGA extremism and expressing strong disapproval of its contents. Rep. Chip Roy voiced opposition to the bill, deeming it inadequate and prompting former President Trump to call for a primary challenge against him. Amidst the turmoil, Johnson indicated that Republicans would regroup to find a new solution. The political landscape remains fraught as both parties brace for potential fallout from a government shutdown.