"House GOP Chaos and Infighting Threaten Government Shutdown: Speaker McCarthy's Limited Options"

Speaker Kevin McCarthy is facing a tough challenge in crafting a spending plan that satisfies conservative House Republicans and avoids a government shutdown. McCarthy is struggling to unite the GOP caucus and secure approval from the Democratic-controlled Senate and President Joe Biden. Some GOP hardliners have even voted against their own party's Defense bill. If McCarthy fails, there are talks of a side deal between moderate Republicans and House Democrats. Meanwhile, Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell warns that shutdowns are politically damaging for the GOP. McCarthy's options are running out, and he may need to reach out to Democrats or consider a continuing resolution to buy more time.