House passes government spending package ahead of shutdown deadline

House passes government spending package ahead of shutdown deadline

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The House passed a $1.2 trillion spending bill to avert a government shutdown, but faced opposition from conservative Republicans. This led to a motion filed by Representative Marjorie Taylor Green to potentially remove Speaker Mike Johnson. The House is now on a two-week recess, which may ease tensions. The bill moves to the Senate, where any senator can delay its passage, making a shutdown still possible.

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What was the main reason conservative Republicans voted against the spending bill?

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What action did Representative Marjorie Taylor Green take regarding Speaker Mike Johnson?

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What potential consequence does Speaker Mike Johnson face due to the motion filed by Marjorie Taylor Green?

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What is the significance of the House passing the $1.2 trillion spending package?

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What challenges does the bill face in the Senate after passing the House?

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