House Speaker Mike Johnson has reached a deal with Democrats to avert a government shutdown by passing a three-month stopgap funding bill through Dec. 20. This deal excludes a provision from Donald Trump that would have required proof of citizenship to vote nationwide. Despite pressure from Trump, the deal is supported by President Joe Biden and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, with the House planning to vote on it this week. The bill also includes additional funds for the Secret Service following a recent attempt on Trump’s life. However, there are still some conservative Republicans who are opposed to the bill.
In other news, Israel has launched extensive strikes across Lebanon, warning civilians in southern Lebanon to evacuate. This escalation comes amid a conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, with recent airstrikes killing senior members of Hezbollah and dozens of civilians in Beirut. Hezbollah has responded with rocket attacks towards Israel.
Additionally, Week 3 of the NFL saw the Chiefs move to 3-0 with a win against the Falcons, while the Chargers’ QB Justin Herbert suffered an injury. Vikings QB Sam Darnold impressed with four touchdown passes, and Cowboys’ kicker Brandon Aubrey made a 65-yard field goal. In politics, fallout from Mark Robinson’s campaign, a new NBC News poll, and a Democratic campaign labeling Donald Trump as a “chicken” are highlighted. Rescuers in Yellowstone are searching for a missing park worker, and Olivia Munn and John Mulaney welcomed their second child. A staff pick feature looks at the financial struggles of a steakhouse server in Miami.
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