House Republicans introduce spending bill, challenging Democrats

House Republicans have introduced a 99-page spending bill to fund federal agencies through September 30. The bill increases defense spending slightly while cutting nondefense spending below 2024 levels, diverging from previous bipartisan agreements. Speaker Mike Johnson plans a House vote on the bill Tuesday, despite expected Democratic opposition. This approach marks a shift from past negotiations, as Republicans aim to pass the bill without Democratic support, relying on backing from President Trump. Democrats warn that the bill could lead to a government shutdown and threaten essential programs. They emphasize the need for a bipartisan solution, while House Republicans maintain their strategy to push the bill through with minimal Democratic input.