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

In a move to avert a potential government shutdown, Republicans in the U.S. House approved a stopgap spending bill on Tuesday, sending it to the Senate for further action. The bill aims to fund the government through the fall, ensuring operations continue without interruption as the new fiscal year begins on October 1. This legislative maneuver underscores the ongoing tension between congressional parties over long-term funding strategies, highlighting the urgency and complexity of balancing budgets while addressing political priorities.