The proposed measure would provide funding until September 30th, but Democratic leaders are opposed to it. It remains unclear whether Johnson will be able to pass it with only Republican support.
The measure in question is a funding bill that would keep the government running until the end of September. This is a crucial piece of legislation, as the current funding for the government is set to expire on April 28th. a new funding bill is not passed by then, the government will shut down.
The proposed measure has been met with resistance from Democratic leaders, who argue that it does not adequately address key issues and priorities. They have also expressed concerns about the potential impact on certain programs and services.
One of the main points of contention is the proposed funding for a border wall between the US and Mexico. President Trump has repeatedly promised to build a wall along the southern border, and the proposed measure includes $1.5 billion for this purpose. However, Democrats have made it clear that they will not support any funding for the wall, and have called for the money to be allocated to other priorities such as healthcare and education.
Another issue is the proposed funding for Planned Parenthood, a non-profit organization that provides reproductive health services. The measure includes a provision that would