(NPR) President Signs Spending Stopgap Measure, Averting Government Shutdown

President Signs Spending Stopgap Measure, Averting Government Shutdown

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., called Democrats latest COVID bill a political stunt as negotiators attempt to reach a relief agreement before the election.



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President Signs Spending Stopgap Measure, Averting Government Shutdown

The legislation passed hours before current funding levels were set to expire. With government funding resolved it's unclear whether both chambers can come together on a coronavirus relief package.