Averting Shutdowns, Kicking Can Down the Road The House's passage of a short term funding bill has once again allowed Congress to sidestep the specter of a government shutdown, at least until December 11th.
This vote is more than just a technical fix; it reflects the ongoing struggle for power and control in Washington, where both parties are jockeying for position ahead of the November elections.
The contentious negotiations over federal spending have been pushed down the road as Democrats and Republicans remain at odds over military funding. President Trump's request for $1.