Impending Government Shutdown: Republicans Seek Spending Deal Amid Divisions
House Republicans, led by Speaker Kevin McCarthy, are inching closer to reaching an agreement on advancing stalled spending legislation by proposing deeper spending cuts to appease far-right lawmakers. However, the deal is unlikely to avert a government shutdown in 10 days, and it remains uncertain whether Republicans can even agree among themselves. McCarthy's latest proposal includes a monthlong stopgap funding measure, stringent border restrictions, and a commission to tackle spending and debt. The House is still on a collision course with the Democratic-controlled Senate, where there is bipartisan opposition to the proposed cuts and immigration restrictions. McCarthy's position as speaker is also at risk, as some right-wing lawmakers may seek to remove him if he seeks help from Democrats.