House Speaker Johnson Faces Leadership Test Amid GOP Division Over Government Shutdown

Johnson struggles to unify House Republicans on a spending plan as Trump pushes for proof-of-citizenship voting measure.

House Speaker Mike Johnson is working to avoid a government shutdown with a continuing resolution but faces opposition within the GOP.
Conservatives demand a six-month spending plan tied to a voter citizenship proof requirement, which Democrats have rejected.
Former President Donald Trump is pressuring Republicans to shut down the government unless election security measures are included.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and the White House have stated they will not support the voter proof requirement.
Johnson's handling of the situation could impact his leadership position, with some GOP members hinting at a potential challenge.