House Rejects Government Funding Bill Tied to Voter Citizenship Proof

Speaker Mike Johnson's proposal fails to pass, leaving next steps to prevent a government shutdown uncertain.

The House voted 220-202 against the six-month stopgap funding bill linked to the SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship for voter registration.
Fourteen Republicans joined Democrats in opposing the bill, while three Democrats supported it.
Speaker Mike Johnson plans to propose an alternative solution to avoid a partial government shutdown by October 1.
Democrats and some Republicans advocate for a shorter funding extension through mid-December, without the voter citizenship mandate.
Former President Donald Trump urged Republicans to reject any funding bill that does not include the SAVE Act, increasing pressure on GOP lawmakers.