Speaker Mike Johnson announced that the House will vote this week on a three-month stopgap funding bill aimed at preventing a government shutdown scheduled for October 1. This continuing resolution (CR) will include only essential extensions and is seen as a pragmatic, albeit temporary, solution given the upcoming elections. Johnson emphasized that shutting down the government so close to the elections would be politically unwise.

The proposed bill will allocate an additional $231 million for the Secret Service to support operations related to the 2024 Presidential Campaign. It is set to be reviewed by the Rules Committee on Monday and will likely be voted on in the House on Wednesday. The White House has expressed support for the bipartisan measure, highlighting its importance for national defense and community recovery efforts.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer acknowledged the progress in bipartisan negotiations but criticized Johnson for delays in reaching an agreement. He indicated that there is a strong possibility of avoiding a shutdown, while also emphasizing the need for cooperation from both parties to prevent any disruptions that could harm the American public. Schumer's remarks followed a tumultuous week where House Republicans struggled to unify around a funding strategy, with former President Trump pushing for a government shutdown unless election security measures were included. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell also cautioned against a shutdown, noting the political repercussions it could entail.