House Democrats oppose Republican spending bill, seek negotiations

Two hundred twelve House Democrats voted against a Republican spending bill aimed at funding the government through September. The bill passed with a narrow margin of 217 to 213, with only one Democrat supporting it. House Democrats previously warned against government shutdowns but opposed this continuing resolution, citing a desire for bipartisan negotiations. The bill now moves to the Senate, where it requires support from at least eight Democrats to overcome a filibuster. House Republicans criticized Democrats for their opposition, claiming the bill does not affect Social Security or Medicare. They argued that Democratic demands stalled negotiations, leading to the current funding situation.