House Republicans have reached a new agreement on government spending to avoid a shutdown after President-elect Donald Trump torpedoed the original bipartisan deal. Details of the new agreement were not provided, and Democrats have not yet signed off. The new agreement comes just before a deadline to fund the government. Trump demanded an extension of the debt limit, further complicating negotiations. Democratic leaders criticized Republicans for reneging on the previous bipartisan deal. Trump’s influence on Republicans was highlighted, with some suggesting billionaire Elon Musk’s involvement in the decision-making process. Democrats continue to push for the original bipartisan deal but did not rule out a slimmer package including a farm bill and disaster aid. Negotiations are ongoing, with uncertainty over who is leading the Republican side. The fight over extending or eliminating the debt ceiling has emerged as a key point of contention. There is a need for bipartisan negotiations due to the divided government. The possibility of shutting down the government until Biden’s inauguration is being raised, but reopening it would require bipartisan support.
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Key lawmaker reports that House Republicans have reached a deal to fund the government
