March 14 extension

In Washington, D.C., lawmakers from both parties reach a critical agreement to avert a government shutdown, narrowly avoiding disruptions to federal services and operations. The deal, announced yesterday afternoon, includes a $10 million allocation for disaster relief and a one-year extension of the farm bill. However, the size and scope of the spending package face strong opposition from some Republicans, particularly Missouri Congressman Eric Burlison, who calls the agreement fiscally irresponsible.

Government Reaches Deal To Avoid Shutdown, but the size of the spending package, which includes 10. . .