(WASHINGTON, DC.) — House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) believes the House will align with the Senate and end the partial government shutdown today.
Some conservatives are grumbling that Republicans are caving to Democratic demands on ICE, but pressure from President Trump appears to have sidelined efforts to add proof-of-citizenship voting provisions. “You never start the process with everyone on board,” said House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA).
Johnson’s margin narrowed Monday after the swearing-in of Rep. Christian Menefee (D-TX). Menefee declined to say how he’d vote, telling FOX, “I’ve got to consider the issues very thoughtfully and cast a vote that matches my values.” “Good answer!” Johnson replied.
A bipartisan coalition could back the bill, but insiders say the real fight is over procedure. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) warned Democrats won’t help on the test vote, saying, “If they have some massive mandate, then go pass your rule.”
