"Controversy Erupts Over $1.2 Trillion Government Funding Bill Handling"
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing backlash from conservative GOP members for waiving the 72-hour rule on the $1.2 trillion government funding bill, prompting fury over the rushed timeline for review and vote. The bill, released less than 48 hours before the funding deadline, has sparked criticism from hardline conservatives who argue that insufficient time for review undermines responsible governance. Despite claims of conservative wins in the spending deal, the rushed process has led to accusations of a break from tradition and lack of transparency, with some members pointing to the White House's role in delaying negotiations.