Republicans in US House approve stopgap spending bill ahead of Oct. 1 deadline

The U.S. House Republicans have approved a temporary spending bill to keep the government functioning through the fall, sending it to the Senate for further adjustments. This move comes ahead of the Oct. 1 deadline to avoid a potential government shutdown. The stopgap bill is essential as it ensures that federal agencies continue to operate without interruption, which is crucial for maintaining public services and economic stability. The reworked measure in the Senate will likely reflect ongoing negotiations and political dynamics between parties.