"House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Revolt Over Spending Deal"
Conservative House Republicans opposed to the spending deal between House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer blocked a procedural vote, signaling potential jeopardy for legislation averting a government shutdown. The $1.66 trillion topline spending deal includes $888 billion for defense, $704 billion for nondefense discretionary spending, and an additional $69 billion in further spending, aiming to keep the government open if Congress can pass 12 appropriations bills before the shutdown deadlines of Jan. 19 and Feb. 2. Despite the rebellion, Johnson remains optimistic that the deal will survive, emphasizing the need to work with the available numbers and get the best possible outcome.