What happened: Despite Speaker Mike Johnson's agreement on a funding deal excluding immigration enforcement money, the House did not vote on it due to opposition from hard-right members.
Why it matters:
- Prolonged shutdown affects Homeland Security operations and federal employees.
- Political divisions hinder resolution, impacting public safety and government services.
MNN Take: The House's failure to approve funding keeps the shutdown ongoing, reflecting internal party disagreements that stall government functions.
Sources: NYTimes US