But the political calculus is different for Democrats in the Senate, because their votes will be needed to avoid a shutdown. Senate Republicans control 53 seats and would need at least eight ...

Poll volunteer Craig Erickson, left, checks in voter John Moen, right, along with other voters at Advent Lutheran Church in Roseville, Minn., on Tuesday, Mar. 11, 2025. (Elizabeth Flores/The ...

One Democrat voted with Republicans to approve the bill, which includes a slight increase for defense spending and cuts to domestic programs, including some health care and veterans programs.

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Rep. Jim McGovern (D-MA) scoffed at Republicans who insist that Democrats should help them avoid a government shutdown set for March 14 if Congress does not pass a spending bill. The House Rules ...