Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is facing backlash from GOP hardliners for potentially bypassing the House GOP Conference's rule that allows lawmakers 72 hours to review bill text before voting on it. The recent release of a 1,012-page, $1.2 trillion spending package less than 48 hours before the government funding deadline has stirred controversy.
Despite expectations of a vote on Friday, Johnson hinted at waiving the 72-hour rule, stating it was not a sacred requirement. This move has angered conservative members who have been advocating for leveraging a government shutdown to secure policy concessions from the Democrat-controlled Senate and White House.
