Funding Negotiations: Democrats Confirm Communication Channels with GOP to Prevent Shutdown
Friday, 20 December 2024, 17:02
Funding Negotiations Update
Funding negotiations are critical as Democrats inform their members that communication is ongoing with Republicans to avert a potential government shutdown. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) disclosed this during a caucus meeting on Friday.
Current State of Communication
- House Minority Leader Jeffries noted that the lines of communication with Speaker Mike Johnson's office have reopened.
- Democratic representatives reported that no funding proposal has yet been presented to the caucus.
- The urgency of the matter is clear, with Congress having roughly 12 hours to act.
Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) commented that although there has been no specific proposal from Republicans, the recognition that discussions are necessary is a positive sign.
Status of Republican Proposals
- Despite the reopening of lines, no comprehensive funding solutions have been offered to House Democrats.
- Proposals to separate funding for disaster aid and other measures into distinct bills have not been formally introduced.
- House Republicans face challenges in uniting around a stopgap funding plan amid internal pressures.
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