House Republicans Pass Bill to Fund Government Through September 2025 Amid Trump Pressure; Senate Requires 60 Votes Before Friday

House Republicans have successfully passed a funding bill aimed at averting a government shutdown, which would keep the government operational through September 30, 2025. The measure, pushed by Speaker Mike Johnson, was approved amidst pressure from former President Donald Trump, who urged Republican lawmakers to unify in support of the bill. The approval comes as House Democratic leaders instructed their members to vote against it. The bill now moves to the Senate, where it requires 60 votes to pass, and its future remains uncertain. Speaker Johnson has warned Democrats that they must choose to support the bill or risk being held responsible for a government shutdown, which could occur if the Senate fails to act before the upcoming deadline.