Summary of Speaker Johnson determined to hold spending bill vote despite Democrats opposition due to proof of citizenship mandate

Summary of Speaker Johnson determined to hold spending bill vote despite Democrats opposition due to proof of citizenship mandate

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Speaker Johnson determined to hold spending bill vote despite Democrats opposition due to proof of citizenship mandate


The House is scheduled to vote on Speaker Mike Johnson's budget proposal. His plan links the funding of the federal government for the new budget year with a mandate that states require proof of citizenship when people register to vote.

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/speaker-johnson-determined-to-hold-spending-bill-vote-despite-democrats-opposition-due-to-proof-of-citizenship-mandate

The proposal put forward by Speaker MIKE JOHNSON to tie federal government funding to proof of citizenship for voting has sparked intense debate. Republicans argue that requiring such proof is necessary to prevent noncitizens from voting, despite existing laws. Johnson is determined to push the vote forward, even facing opposition from Democrats and some GOP members concerned about current spending levels. With no apparent alternative plan, tensions are rising as the deadline for the new fiscal year approaches. While some lawmakers advocate for a short extension, others, including Johnson, support a six-month extension in hopes of gaining leverage post-election. The risk of a government shutdown looms, highlighting the need for bipartisan cooperation to reach a resolution.