House Republicans prepare for tight vote on funding bill

Republicans in the U.S. House are set to vote on a bill to prevent a government shutdown, facing opposition from Democrats. The vote is expected to be close, with Republicans holding a slim majority. President Trump has urged party members to support the bill, despite some dissent. If passed, it will need Senate approval to keep government operations running past the funding deadline on Friday. The bill proposes to maintain current funding levels until September 30, with some increases in defense and veterans' care offset by cuts to domestic programs. Democrats criticize the bill as a means to support Trump's downsizing efforts.