GOP leaders labor for support ahead of key test vote on ending partial government shutdown

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by By KEVIN FREKINGFebruary 3, 2026 at 07:23 AM

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House Speaker Mike Johnson is working to secure Republican support for a bill to end the partial government shutdown that began on Saturday, February 1, 2026. A key procedural vote is scheduled for Tuesday in the House. Johnson needs near-unanimous Republican support to pass the bill, which would fund most of the federal government through September 30. Former President Trump urged Republicans to vote "yes" without changes, emphasizing the negative impact of a prolonged shutdown. Some Republican lawmakers are threatening to oppose the bill if their priorities are not addressed. The vote will test Johnson's ability to unite his party and carry out Trump's wishes regarding government funding.

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