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'You can't govern': CNN anchor confronts GOP lawmaker ahead of vote on spending bill

Attempts by Rep. Mike Lawler to shift blame on the looming government shutdown on President Joe Biden and congressional Democrats provoked a testy exchange from a CNN host who immediately called out the lawmaker – and his Republican colleagues. He's the sitting president of the United States, nobody has heard a word from Joe Biden or the White House, and …

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3 days, 4 hours ago

US Spending Bill Backed by Donald Trump Fails To Get Republican Support At Congress Risks Govt Shutdown Amid Christmas 2024 Rush

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A spending bill supported by Donald Trump failed in the US House of Representatives on Thursday, as dozens of Republicans defied the president-elect. The vote exposed deep divisions within Trump's Republican Party, which could resurface next year when the party takes control of the White House and both chambers of US Congress. Trump had pressed lawmakers to resolve pending issues …

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Donald Trump-backed spending deal to avert government shutdown fails in US House

India Today

A spending bill backed by Donald Trump failed in the US House of Representatives on Thursday as dozens of Republicans defied the president-elect, leaving Congress with no clear plan to avert a fast-approaching government shutdown that could disrupt Christmas travel. Trump had pressured lawmakers to tie up loose ends before he takes office on Jan. 20, but members of the …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Universities warn of 'significant' job cuts as international student caps threaten business model

ABC

More than 1,000 workers could soon lose their jobs as Australia's universities aggressively cut costs ahead of the federal government's proposed international student caps, which are expected to take effect next year. The university blames its financial situation on "changes in government policy the management of international student numbers", though the National Tertiary Education Union accuses ANU of "poor governance …

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3 months ago

Here’s what’s in the government funding agreement

CNN

Washington CNN — House Speaker Mike Johnson unveiled a spending bill Sunday that will avert a government shutdown if it is passed by both the House and Senate before funding runs out on September 30. The top Democrats in Congress, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, praised bipartisan negotiations that led to a funding agreement …

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3 months ago

Trump demand put Mike Johnson in 'jam' — and he may face MAGA leader's 'wrath': reporter

Raw Story

Former President Donald Trump has put House Speaker Mike Johnson in an impossible position with his demand to either pass an already-dead government funding bill laden with provisions to make it harder to vote or let the government shut down. "The former president is not making Speaker Johnson's job any easier right now," said Tapper. he can decide to go …

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3 months ago

Johnson schedules doomed show vote on funding plan before pivoting to next step

CNN

CNN — Speaker Mike Johnson has set up a Wednesday vote on a six-month GOP government funding plan that is expected to fail, as the Louisiana Republican is under pressure to show the bill cannot pass before pivoting to the next step. The GOP presidential nominee has said that if Republicans don’t receive “absolute assurances” on election security, they should …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Tuberville pushes to tie voter ID bill to government funding

Raw Story

A handful of U.S. Senate Republicans called Wednesday for the chamber to pass a bill to keep the government open that would also require proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections to deter voting by people who are not citizens, something that is rare and already illegal. Rick Scott of Florida, Mike Lee of Utah, Roger Marshall …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Speaker Mike Johnson’s government funding plan already crumbling with at least 6 GOP no votes

CNN

Washington CNN — House Speaker Mike Johnson’s government funding plan is already crumbling with enough Republicans opposed to the resolution to sink it, and more warning the speaker will have to abandon his initial proposal to keep the government open. So it’s an easy no vote for me.” Mills said Monday he informed the House GOP leadership team “I will …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Bus Queensland refuses to hire safety officers as Transport Workers' Union demands review

ABC

One of Australia's largest bus companies has repeatedly refused to hire security officers to protect its passengers and drivers despite being offered government funding to do so. Translink 'disappointed' A Translink spokesperson said Bus Queensland participated in a trial for customer service officers, which eventually became the Network Officer Program. "Translink engaged with Bus Queensland about transferring to the new …

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8 months, 2 weeks ago

Going for goal on the Loess Plateau

China Daily

Zhidan county in Shaanxi province has built a strong soccer culture through the years, with the dedication of coaches such as former China international Wang Tao and government funding helping local teams enjoy consistent success on the pitch. XINHUA A decade since a transformative trip abroad, the soccer players of Zhidan county, nestled in the Loess Plateau of Northwest China's …

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9 months ago

Biden and congressional leaders announce a deal on government funding as a partial shutdown looms

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden and congressional leaders announced Tuesday that they have reached an agreement on this fiscal year’s final set of spending bills. “The House and Senate are now working to finalize a package that can quickly be brought to the floor, and I will sign it immediately.” Work on the final spending bills hit a late snag …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden is summoning congressional leaders to the White House to talk Ukraine and government funding

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden will convene the top four congressional leaders at the White House on Tuesday to press lawmakers on passing an emergency aid package for Ukraine and Israel, as well as averting a looming government shutdown next month, according to a White House official. The top four leaders include House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., Senate Majority Leader …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Congress approves temporary funding and pushes the fight over the federal budget into the new year

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Ending the threat of a government shutdown until after the holidays, Congress gave final approval to a temporary government funding package that pushes a confrontation over the federal budget into the new year. Sen. Patty Murray, the Washington Democrat who chairs the Senate Appropriations Committee, voted for the bill but said it would eventually “double the shutdown risk.” …

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1 year, 3 months ago

The Senate’s bipartisan approach to government funding is putting pressure on a divided House

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — On one side of the Capitol, two senators have steered the debate over government funding mostly clear of partisan fights, creating a path for bills to pass with bipartisan momentum. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., called the appropriations work “a shining example of how things should work in Washington.” Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky has …

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1 year, 3 months ago

The Senate's bipartisan approach to government funding is putting pressure on a divided House

The Independent

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., called the appropriations work “a shining example of …

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1 year, 3 months ago

McCarthy juggles a government shutdown and a Biden impeachment inquiry as the House returns for fall

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is a man who stays in motion — enthusiastically greeting tourists at the Capitol, dashing overseas to the G7 summit of industrial world leaders, and raising funds back home to elect fellow Republicans to the House majority. It’s a political standoff that will be tested anew as the House returns this week from a …

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2 years ago

Lack of government funding is starving Jadavpur University

The Hindu

Published : Dec 11, 2022 15:33 IST Jadavpur University, one of the prestigious institutions of higher education in the country, is perhaps facing its worst financial crisis ever. On the one hand there is a huge shortfall of funds from the government of India, and on the other hand, the government of West Bengal is reducing its grant for university …

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3 years, 3 months ago

Mental health support for homeless war veterans at UK's largest barracks faces axe in just ONE WEEK

Daily Mail

Homeless British Army veterans have demanded the government fund mental health services at the UK's biggest military base as they are set to be axed. Private Dave Karan, 33, who spent 12 in the military and did two tours of Afghanistan, has lived at the site since 2018 after he was medically discharged Former squaddies warned stopping services at The …

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3 years, 3 months ago

Is a government shutdown coming?

CNN

A version of this story appeared in CNN’s What Matters newsletter. The timeline and the tactics of government spending – past, present and future – will converge in a series of hard and soft deadlines and one massive partisan standoff over the next month, and the end result could be any combination of: A government shutdown, where certain public services …

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3 years, 4 months ago

Churches, religious groups received millions of dollars in JobKeeper while staying in the black, accounts show

ABC

Dozens of Australia's biggest churches and other religious institutions pocketed millions of dollars in JobKeeper payments while remaining in the black during 2020. Key points: Labor MP Andrew Leigh says entities that remained in surplus while receiving JobKeeper should consider repaying the money Treasurer Josh Frydenberg says he'd welcome groups returning JobKeeper money if they could afford to Anglican Bishop …

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3 years, 5 months ago

The Fight For A Key Biden Health Care Policy Is Personal For This House Democrat

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING One of the most under-appreciated parts of the Democratic agenda right now is a proposal to bolster what’s known as “home and community-based services,” or HCBS. During that time, Dingell said in a recent interview with HuffPost, she would hear frequently about the difficulty people had when a disabled or elderly family member needed ongoing assistance with …

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3 years, 8 months ago

Lawmaker panel advances two anti-abortion bills to Senate

Associated Press

BOISE, Idaho — A panel of Idaho lawmakers advanced two bills targeting abortion Wednesday. The other bill would eliminate government funding from health care providers, schools or other entities if they provide abortions, refer someone to an abortion provider or even contract with someone affiliated with an abortion provider for non-abortion services. The funding bill would also bar schools and …

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4 years ago

Stimulus checks: Hill leaders eye second round of aid as part of $900 billion Covid relief deal

CNN

Washington CNN — Congressional leaders, after months of a bitter stalemate and as millions of Americans have been eager for relief, are finally indicating they’re nearing a deal on a new rescue package that could pass both chambers within days. The price tag for a stimulus deal could be close to $900 billion, a source familiar tells CNN, though many …

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'You can't govern': CNN anchor confronts GOP lawmaker ahead of vote on spending bill

US Spending Bill Backed by Donald Trump Fails To Get Republican Support At Congress Risks Govt Shutdown Amid Christmas 2024 Rush

Donald Trump-backed spending deal to avert government shutdown fails in US House

Universities warn of 'significant' job cuts as international student caps threaten business model

Here’s what’s in the government funding agreement

Trump demand put Mike Johnson in 'jam' — and he may face MAGA leader's 'wrath': reporter

Johnson schedules doomed show vote on funding plan before pivoting to next step

Tuberville pushes to tie voter ID bill to government funding

Speaker Mike Johnson’s government funding plan already crumbling with at least 6 GOP no votes

Bus Queensland refuses to hire safety officers as Transport Workers' Union demands review

Going for goal on the Loess Plateau

Biden and congressional leaders announce a deal on government funding as a partial shutdown looms

Biden is summoning congressional leaders to the White House to talk Ukraine and government funding

Congress approves temporary funding and pushes the fight over the federal budget into the new year

The Senate’s bipartisan approach to government funding is putting pressure on a divided House

The Senate's bipartisan approach to government funding is putting pressure on a divided House

McCarthy juggles a government shutdown and a Biden impeachment inquiry as the House returns for fall

Lack of government funding is starving Jadavpur University

Mental health support for homeless war veterans at UK's largest barracks faces axe in just ONE WEEK

Is a government shutdown coming?

Churches, religious groups received millions of dollars in JobKeeper while staying in the black, accounts show

The Fight For A Key Biden Health Care Policy Is Personal For This House Democrat

Lawmaker panel advances two anti-abortion bills to Senate

Stimulus checks: Hill leaders eye second round of aid as part of $900 billion Covid relief deal