Government shutdown looms after House vote | USA TODAY

The U.S. government faces a potential shutdown as the House recently failed to pass a critical six-month funding bill. The rejected bill included controversial provisions related to voting rights, such as requiring proof of citizenship to vote. Speaker Mike Johnson, under pressure from former President Donald Trump and conservative factions, is now working on a new plan. Senate leaders, including Chuck Schumer, are preparing alternative measures to prevent the shutdown, which could happen if no agreement is reached by the end of the month