House votes on Trump-backed bill to avoid shutdown

House lawmakers are set to vote on a bill backed by President Donald Trump to prevent a government shutdown. The House Rules Committee advanced the bill, which is a continuing resolution to maintain current funding levels through October 2026. The legislation is expected to pass with mostly Republican support, despite some GOP opposition to extending Biden-era funding. The bill includes an $8 billion increase in defense spending while cutting non-defense spending by about $13 billion. Key supporters from the House Freedom Caucus believe the bill will freeze spending and avoid earmarks. However, with narrow margins, any dissent could jeopardize its passage.