"Congress Unveils Bipartisan Funding Bills to Avert Shutdown"

Congressional leaders have unveiled a 1,050-page bill to fund parts of the federal government for fiscal year 2024, with Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer both claiming victories. The legislation includes cuts to agencies, prevents the Department of Justice from targeting parents at school board meetings, and separates appropriations bills into separate packages. The bill also includes funding for programs such as WIC and infrastructure investments, as well as additional support for U.S. military veterans. However, the battle over government funding is far from over, with Congress having until March 22 to fund the remaining portions of the government.