Speaker Johnson takes another crack at spending bill linked to proof of citizenship for new voters

The House is scheduled to vote on Speaker Mike Johnson’s proposal that links the funding of the federal government for the new budget year with a mandate that states require proof of citizenship when people register to vote. Johnson pulled the bill from consideration last week and said he would work over the weekend to build consensus for it within the Republican ranks. It’s unclear whether he was able to do so as some GOP members have concerns about continuing current spending levels, but Johnson said he is determined to hold the vote on Wednesday regardless. Meanwhile, Democrats overwhelmingly oppose the measure.