US: Congress rushes to finalise Stopgap Bill to prevent holiday government shutdown

By TOI World Desk

Congress races against a Friday deadline to pass a short-term spending bill, averting a government shutdown. The bill includes disaster relief for hurricane-stricken states and infrastructure repairs. Disagreements persist over the amount of aid, with Republicans opposing some of President Biden’s proposed spending. The bill is expected to pass with bipartisan support.

Source: Times of India