DEVELOPING: Republicans Unveil 7-Week Spending Bill Amid Shutdown Threats

BREAKING NEWS: Republicans Unveil 7-Week Spending Bill Amid Shutdown Threats House Republicans have released a 7-week spending bill to fund the government through November 21, just two weeks before a potential shutdown. The legislation adds $88 million for security resources, including $58 million for federal judiciary and executive branch officials. The stopgap bill extends current funding levels for federal agencies for seven weeks, giving lawmakers more time to agree on year-long spending bills. House Speaker Mike Johnson said the measure allows for "responsible options" to keep the government open while negotiations continue. In a last-ditch effort to avoid a shutdown, Republican leaders added $30 million to increase resources for lawmakers' security. The move comes after a request from the White House to boost security measures. The bill's fate is uncertain, with it unclear if Republicans have the votes to pass it. Democrats have warned of a potential shutdown if no agreement is reached. This is a developing story. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*