A plan backed by former President Donald Trump to avoid a government shutdown is facing significant opposition from conservative Republicans and most House Democrats. The bill, which requires a two-thirds majority in the House to pass, is unlikely to garner enough support for approval.
If all members are present, the bill would need 290 votes to pass, but with Republicans holding 219 seats, it appears challenging to reach the required threshold. Anticipated absences further complicate the situation, making the passage even more uncertain.
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries expressed skepticism about the bill's chances, stating, 'I doubt it.' Meanwhile, Republican Rep. Rich McCormick from Georgia firmly stated his opposition to the plan, particularly objecting to the inclusion of a two-year debt limit suspension demanded by Trump.
Rep. McCormick predicted that at least 10 Republicans would join him in opposing the bill, with the number potentially being even higher. Another GOP member, Rep. Andy Ogles, also voiced his disapproval of the proposed plan.
The current outlook suggests that the Trump-backed plan is on track to fail due to the lack of support from key members of both parties. As the deadline for avoiding a government shutdown looms, the political landscape remains uncertain, with negotiations ongoing to find a viable solution that can garner sufficient bipartisan backing.
