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House GOP passes stopgap funding bill ahead of shutdown deadline, setting up critical test for Senate

The House narrowly passed a Republican-backed bill to fund the government until November 21st, averting an immediate shutdown. The 217-212 vote puts pressure on Senate Democrats to approve the measure or risk a government shutdown. Republicans included minimal additional spending, while Democrats' competing bill includes healthcare provisions Republicans oppose. Both chambers may recess next week without a resolution, increasing the likelihood of a funding lapse unless Democrats concede.

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