"House GOP Leaders Grapple with Narrow Majority and Democratic Support in Funding Fight"

Speaker Mike Johnson faces a narrow majority in the House with just 220 Republican seats, making it crucial to maintain party-line priorities. With upcoming battles over government funding, aid to Ukraine and Israel, and border security, Johnson will need to navigate the challenges of balancing demands from the far-right and more moderate factions of the conference while also considering politically vulnerable members from battleground districts. The looming government funding fight and high-stakes issues will test Johnson's ability to secure consensus and avoid potential government shutdowns.