The Trump-backed spending bill was blocked in the House, failing to secure the necessary two-thirds majority. With enough “no” votes counted to block its passage, the clock is ticking, and only one day remains to avert a government shutdown.
This setback comes after Speaker Mike Johnson introduced a stripped-back version of the bill, rejecting a more comprehensive bipartisan measure. The proposed bill aimed to temporarily extend government funding and suspend the debt limit for two years. But despite the urgency, the bill faced opposition from both Democrats and some conservative Republicans, revealing the deep divisions plaguing Congress.
The struggle to find common ground continues as Republicans push for federal budget cuts amid rising concerns over the national debt. On social media, Representative Thomas Massie voiced his frustration, suggesting the bills be separated and voted on individually to avoid further gridlock.
This is the way. ⬆️
— Gain of Fauci (@DschlopesIsBack) December 20, 2024
The statistics surrounding the national debt are alarming, and the failure to pass this bill only deepens the crisis. A potential shutdown threatens not only government services but the already fragile economy. The most concerning aspect is the lack of a clear plan, leaving both government workers and the public in a state of uncertainty.
With just one day left, the stakes couldn’t be higher. The failure to resolve this could have dire consequences for the country. The divisions within Congress are clear, but will lawmakers be able to overcome them before it’s too late?
We went from ‘we’ll cut spending’ to ‘we can’t cut any spending this time’ real quick…
Same as always. 🎅🏼💰
— Don Johnson (@DonMiami3) December 19, 2024
The House has voted against the new continuing resolution:
174 Yeas
235 NaysChip Roy (R) said:
“To take this bill and congratulate yourself because it’s shorter in pages, but increases the debt by $5T, is asinine”
— Quiver Quantitative (@QuiverQuant) December 20, 2024
The interest on the US National debt is now $1.116 Trillion
Yields are still rising and the Government is still running a deficit
it's going to get much worse pic.twitter.com/jj1RwbeAqr
— Nostra, House of Gold (@Nostre_damus) December 19, 2024
Sources:
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/government-shutdown-congress-trump-elon-musk/
https://thehill.com/homenews/house/5049768-government-funding-debt-ceiling-bill-fails/
https://www.yahoo.com/news/massie-comes-against-johnson-retaining-120151828.html
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