President-elect Donald Trump criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson’s spending bill as the government faces a shutdown on December 21 without a funding resolution. Johnson and the Republican-led House are pushing a nearly 1,500-page bill to fund the government through March 14. Trump labeled the bill “a disaster,” adding, “Republicans are being played by Democrats.” Johnson defends the plan, emphasizing the need to avoid a shutdown while addressing long-term fiscal challenges. With time running out, both parties must negotiate to prevent economic disruption.
