{"id":2094894,"date":"2023-11-09T07:26:01","date_gmt":"2023-11-09T12:26:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/speaker-johnson-faces-toughest-test-yet-on-how-to-avoid-a-government-shutdown\/"},"modified":"2023-11-09T07:28:21","modified_gmt":"2023-11-09T12:28:21","slug":"speaker-johnson-faces-toughest-test-yet-on-how-to-avoid-a-government-shutdown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/speaker-johnson-faces-toughest-test-yet-on-how-to-avoid-a-government-shutdown\/","title":{"rendered":"Speaker Johnson faces toughest test yet on how to avoid a government shutdown"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">26<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fspeaker-johnson-faces-toughest-test-yet-on-how-to-avoid-a-government-shutdown%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2094894&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Speaker Mike Johnson Faces First Test in Avoiding Government Shutdown<\/h2>\n<p>Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is set to make a crucial decision on Thursday \u200cregarding a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/lawmakers-cut-1-5-trillion-spending-deal-to-avoid-government-shutdown-includes-13-6-billion-in-ukraine-aid\/\" title=\"Lawmakers Cut .5 Trillion Spending Deal to Avoid Government Shutdown \u2013 Includes .6 Billion in Ukraine Aid\">stop-gap funding measure<\/a> \u200dto\u2064 prevent a government shutdown\u200b on Nov. \u200c17. This will\u200b be his first major challenge since assuming the role of House speaker.<\/p>\n<p>Johnson is currently considering two options: a clean continuing resolution\u200b into January, without\u2063 any policy riders \u200dattached,\u200c or a \u200dladdered\u200b continuing resolution that would extend some\u200b appropriations bills into January\u2062 and the rest into February.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout the week, Johnson and House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN) have \u2062been \u2062<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/speaker-johnson-faces-toughest-test-yet-on-how-to-avoid-a-government-shutdown\/\" title=\"Speaker Johnson faces toughest test yet on how to avoid a government shutdown\">holding closed-door\u2064 listening sessions<\/a> with conference members \u2063to gather input and make an informed decision. However, there is still\u200d confusion about the specifics of \u2064the continuing resolution\u2063 and \u2062whether it can pass the Senate to avoid a government\u200c shutdown.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3>High Expectations and Uncertainty Surround Johnson&#8217;s Decision<\/h3>\n<p>Members have high expectations for Johnson&#8217;s first major decision as \u200bspeaker. The outcome \u200cwill define his effectiveness as a\u2062 leader, considering \u2062the significant policy and\u200c financial consequences at stake. However, there is a lack of clarity on the approach,\u200c as Johnson has not yet made a final decision.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Regardless of the version\u2062 chosen, opposition is expected. Some Republican members believe that a clean continuing resolution\u2062 is the simplest and most effective solution, while others argue \u2063for the laddered approach. Ultimately, \u2063the measure that can secure the necessary 218\u200b votes for passage will be\u200c supported.<\/p>\n<p>However, even if the measure passes the House, it may \u200dface challenges in the Senate.\u2064 Engaging in \u200bconversations with the Senate\u2063 beforehand\u2064 is crucial for its likelihood \u2062of passage.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3>Divisions Among Republicans on \u200dClean Continuing Resolution<\/h3>\n<p>While a clean continuing resolution may win \u2064over Democrats in \u2063the House, hardline conservative members strongly oppose the idea.\u2062 Their preference is\u200d for a \u200dladdered approach, which they \u200cbelieve is more feasible.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>In addition\u200b to the continuing\u2063 resolution,\u200b there are ongoing disputes over appropriations bills, particularly the Financial \u200dServices and General Government appropriations bill and the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development appropriations bill.<\/p>\n<p>The Transportation, Housing and Urban \u200bDevelopment bill has been delayed due to opposition from both\u200b centrist and \u200bconservative members. Centrists object to cuts to Amtrak, while\u200d conservatives desire further cuts\u200b to the\u200d passenger\u200d railway.<\/p>\n<p>On the financial \u2062services appropriation bill, opposition primarily comes \u200bfrom centrist members who disagree with certain provisions. One notable objection\u200c is the inclusion of a provision to rescind the District of Columbia&#8217;s Reproductive Health Non-Discrimination Act.<\/p>\n<p>Despite vocal opposition, the bill is scheduled for a vote on Thursday. If it fails, it could mark the first policy\u2063 failure for House GOP Leadership under Johnson.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3>Remaining Appropriations and Negotiations with the Senate<\/h3>\n<p>Some members believe that \u2062bringing the remaining appropriations to the\u200d floor before passing a continuing\u2064 resolution weakens their\u2064 negotiating position with the Senate. They question whether \u2064it is \u200cwise to proceed\u200b with such &#8220;foolishness.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Overall, Johnson&#8217;s decision \u200cand the outcome\u200d of these legislative battles will have significant implications for the government&#8217;s functioning and the effectiveness of House\u200d GOP Leadership.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/\">Click here<\/a> to read \u200dmore from the Washington Examiner.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What potential consequences would a government shutdown have on government services,\u200b federal employees,\u200c and the economy?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  And gaining their support will be crucial\u2062 in avoiding a government shutdown. It is important for Johnson to build a strong \u2062coalition and work collaboratively with Senate leaders to\u200c ensure the smooth passage of the funding measure.<\/p>\n<p>The potential consequences of a\u200b government shutdown are significant. It would disrupt government services and operations, leading to financial hardships for federal employees and contractors. It would also have a detrimental impact on the economy, with businesses and individuals\u2063 relying on government programs \u200dexperiencing disruptions and delays.<\/p>\n<p>The decision facing Johnson is not an\u2062 easy one. He must consider the priorities of his \u2062party, the demands \u200bof the different factions within his conference,\u2062 and the potential implications for \u200bthe American people. It is a delicate\u2063 balancing act, and one that will <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/budget-and-international-headaches-already-compounding-for-eventual-house-speaker\/\" title=\"Budget and international issues already piling up for future House speaker.\">require skillful negotiation<\/a> and compromise.<\/p>\n<p>Regardless of the path Johnson chooses, it is important\u200b for him to demonstrate strong\u2062 leadership and a commitment to finding a solution that benefits the American people. \u200dThis will be a test of his ability to navigate the political landscape and work towards bipartisan consensus.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the immediate challenge of avoiding a government shutdown, Johnson&#8217;s decision will also \u200dset the tone for his tenure as House speaker. It will shape perceptions of his leadership and ability to govern\u2063 effectively. The stakes\u2062 are high, \u200cand the \u2062eyes of\u2062 the nation will be watching.<\/p>\n<p>As the deadline approaches, it is crucial for Johnson to consult with his colleagues, seek input from\u2064 key stakeholders, and consider the \u200cpotential consequences of each option. It is a\u200b weighty responsibility, but one that comes \u2062with\u200c the territory of being \u200dHouse speaker.<\/p>\n<p>In the end, Speaker Mike Johnson&#8217;s decision on\u2063 the funding measure will have far-reaching implications. It is\u200d his first major \u2063test as House speaker, and the outcome will\u200c shape \u200dthe trajectory of his tenure.\u200d The American people deserve a government that functions effectively, and it is Johnson&#8217;s responsibility to ensure that this happens.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is expected to decide Thursday what stop-gap funding measure he will put forward to avert a government shutdown on Nov. 17, his first real test since winning the gavel. The newly elected House speaker is considering two options: a clean continuing resolution into January \u2014 meaning no policy riders attached to<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2094895,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[538],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2094894","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2094894","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2094894"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2094894\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2094895"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2094894"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2094894"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2094894"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}