Government shutdown at risk as Trump's demands put Speaker Johnson in a bind

25 articles, oldest first.

1. Local Memphis

   Trump's government shutdown demands throw Congress into chaos ↗ (opens Local Memphis)

   Published Dec 17, 2024

   Same headline from 8 more outlets

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   Trump's sudden decision leaves House Speaker Mike Johnson scrambling to salvage a new plan, days before Friday’s deadline to keep government open.

2. NBC Los Angeles

   Government shutdown at risk as Trump's demands put Speaker Johnson in a bind ↗ (opens NBC Los Angeles)

   Published Dec 18, 2024

   Same headline from 13 more outlets

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   A government shutdown at risk, House Speaker Mike Johnson is fighting to figure out how to meet President-elect Donald Trump’s sudden demands — and keep his...

3. Green Field Reporter

   Government shutdown at risk as Trump's demands put Speaker Johnson in a bind - The Daily Reporter ↗ (opens Green Field Reporter)

   Published Dec 18, 2024

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   WASHINGTON (AP) — A government shutdown at risk, House Speaker Mike Johnson is fighting to figure out how to meet President-elect Donald Trump’s sudden demands — and keep his own job — while federal offices are being told to prepare to shutter operations ahead of Friday’s midnight deadline.

4. The Hill

   Live updates: Shutdown looms as Trump calls for elimination of debt ceiling ↗ (opens The Hill)

   Published Dec 18, 2024

   The Hill's feed description

   Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) handling of an end-of-year spending deal has thrown his future into uncertain territory ahead of a critical Jan. 3 Speaker vote, as some GOP lawmakers question their support for the Louisiana Republican.

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