House Speaker Mike Johnson's proposal for a short-term bill to extend the government funding debate into early next year is facing resistance from various factions within the House GOP.
Some members, like Rep. Ryan Zinke, are concerned that delaying the fiscal year 2025 spending discussions could hinder President-elect Donald Trump's agenda implementation in his first 100 days in office.
Johnson argues that a short-term extension, known as a continuing resolution (CR), would be beneficial for Republicans as it would allow them to control both Congress and the White House during the spending negotiations.
However, other GOP members, including hardliners who have historically opposed CRs, remain skeptical of the plan. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, for instance, expressed reluctance to support a CR, citing her past voting record.
Congressional leaders have yet to make significant progress in funding the government for the current fiscal year, leading to frustration among some House Republicans who believe that fulfilling this duty should have been a priority.
While some lawmakers, like Rep. Mark Amodei, acknowledge the time constraints before the Dec. 20 deadline, others, such as Rep. Max Miller, advocate for a comprehensive spending package to clear the path for President Trump's legislative agenda.
Despite differing opinions within the GOP, a senior lawmaker warned that a partial government shutdown is likely if consensus on a CR cannot be reached, especially if Democrats also oppose the measure.
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, a member of the House Freedom Caucus, reiterated her disapproval of CRs in any form, underscoring the divisions within the party over the funding plan.
