Republicans release 7-week spending bill as Democrats warn of a potential shutdown

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House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., talks with reporters at the U.S. Capitol on September 15, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Chip Somodevilla | Getty Images North America)Two weeks before a possible government shutdown, House Republicans are unveiling legislation to fund the government through Nov. 21 and add security resources for government officials. House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., told reporters on Tuesday the bill allows more time to come to agreement on year-long spending bills. Lawmakers race to strike funding deal as threat of government shutdown looms Congress has two weeks to strike a funding deal and avoid a government shutdown. Speaker Johnson told reporters on Tuesday that there is “zero chance” Republicans will reverse any Medicaid provisions at this time.