Speaker Mike Johnson faces criticism from conservatives for secretly working on a $1 trillion spending deal to prevent a government shutdown.

Speaker Mike Johnson is facing criticism from the right flank of his party for working on a secretive $1 trillion spending deal to prevent a government shutdown. Conservatives are frustrated that they have yet to see the bill text and feel that Johnson is moving forward too quickly. The final bill includes approximately two-thirds of the government's funding and is expected to pass with Democratic support.

March 20, 2024
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