The House of Representatives on Thursday evening rejected an alternative agreement, backed by Donald Trump, to avoid a government shutdown at midnight on Friday. The vote was 235 to 174, showcasing the deep division between hardline Republicans and Democrats.
The rejection brought the effort to avert a shutdown back to square one just one day before government funding lapses, highlighting the urgency and chaos surrounding the negotiations.
Following the rejection, Republicans quickly assembled a new 116-page document, which included an extension of government funding until March and a two-year suspension of the debt ceiling, emphasizing the last-minute nature of their strategy.
Elon Musk notably led the campaign against the original spending deal, demonstrating the powerful influence he has within the Republican Party and the ongoing tensions between moderate and hardline factions.
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