House votes on funding bill before shutdown deadline

The House is set to vote on a stopgap funding bill to prevent a government shutdown, with a deadline approaching on Friday. The proposed measure would fund the government through September, increase defense spending, and cut non-defense spending. House Democrats oppose the bill, citing significant cuts to healthcare and assistance programs. They have urged Republicans to seek bipartisan support, but GOP leaders are moving forward without Democratic backing, relying on their slim majority. If the House passes the bill, it will need Democratic support in the Senate to succeed. Some Senate Democrats have indicated they prefer a shorter-term funding measure, which could allow more time for negotiations on new spending bills.