Government Shutdown Averted as House Passes Funding Measure
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's decision to rely on Democratic votes to pass a short-term funding extension has angered hardline Republican conservatives, although they have not yet taken steps to oust him. The House passed a 45-day stopgap bill, which includes a measure to keep the Federal Aviation Administration operational. The White House has remained in touch with McCarthy throughout the day. Rep. Jamaal Bowman accidentally pulled a fire alarm before the House vote, leading to calls for an ethics investigation. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration.