House passes bill to prevent government shutdown

The U.S. House passed a bill to prevent a partial government shutdown, funding federal agencies through September with a 217-213 vote. The measure now moves to the Senate, where bipartisan support is needed for approval. The bill proposes $13 billion in cuts to non-defense spending and a $6 billion increase in defense spending. It does not address major programs like Social Security and Medicare, which are funded automatically. Democrats express concerns over the bill's flexibility for the Trump administration in spending decisions. They have introduced an alternative bill to fund the government through April 11, preparing for potential challenges in the Senate.