House approves federal funding bill; Senate support needed

The House passed a bill on Tuesday to fund federal agencies through September, with a narrow 217-213 vote. This legislation aims to prevent a government shutdown, but it now requires bipartisan support in the Senate to proceed. The bill proposes a $13 billion cut in non-defense spending and a $6 billion increase in defense spending. It gives the Trump administration more flexibility in spending decisions, raising concerns among Democrats about potential cuts to key programs. Democrats have introduced an alternative funding bill that would last until April 11. The outcome in the Senate remains uncertain, with both parties preparing to assign blame if the bill fails.