House Speaker Mike Johnson Cancels Funding Vote Amid GOP Division

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson canceled a vote on his stopgap funding bill, citing the need for more support three weeks before a government shutdown deadline. Johnson is working to build a Republican consensus, despite opposition from Democrats and hard-right Republicans complicating the process.

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson canceled a vote scheduled for Wednesday on his stopgap funding bill, citing the need to build more support less than three weeks before a potential government shutdown.

Johnson noted that Republicans will work through the weekend to find a bill that can secure enough votes for passage. His measure has faced opposition from President Joe Biden and congressional Democrats.

The initial funding bill for fiscal 2025 has encountered difficulties, with several Republicans coming out publicly against Johnson's plan. The proposal includes a controversial provision requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote.

(With inputs from agencies.)