You Vote: Will Congress avoid a government shutdown?

The deadline to avert a government shutdown is fast approaching and House lawmakers have struggled to advance all of their appropriations bills in time.

Published: November 10, 2023 3:57pm

The deadline to avert a government shutdown is fast approaching and House lawmakers have struggled to advance all of their appropriations bills in time. Newly-minted House Speaker Mike Johnson has suggested the lower chamber may pass a continuing resolution to buy more time to negotiate on the budget for 2024.

Will Congress avoid a government shutdown?

Yes, they will pass all the spending bills in time
8% (280 votes)
Yes, but they will pass a continuing resolution
58% (1950 votes)
No, but it will be very short
16% (533 votes)
No, they can't agree on anything
18% (615 votes)
Total votes: 3378

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