Lawmakers are on their heels to avoid an impending government shutdown on Sept. 30 as they return to Washington. With the shutdown deadline looming, House Republicans are gearing up for a showdown with the Democratic-controlled Senate, which could extend for weeks. Both sides are expected to discuss issues like voting requirements and spending.
Some Republicans are feeling uncertain about their party's plans after the rollout of a continuing resolution (CR) plan by the House GOP leadership. This proposal ties a six-month stopgap with legislation supported by former President Donald Trump and conservatives, which aims to impose stricter proof-of-citizenship requirements for voter registration, The Hill reported.
