House GOP introduces funding bill; Democrats oppose it

House Republicans have introduced a bill to fund the government through September, aiming to prevent a shutdown after March 14. The bill, a continuing resolution, reduces spending below fiscal year 2024 levels and does not include additional emergency funding or policy riders. Democrats are expected to oppose the bill, criticizing its lack of provisions to limit President Trump's spending cuts. The bill includes $6 billion for veterans' healthcare and modest increases for defense and immigration funding, while cutting nondefense spending by $13 billion. Speaker Mike Johnson needs near-unanimous support from Republicans to pass the bill, as most House Democrats plan to vote against it. The bill is set for a floor vote as early as Tuesday.