House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is actively seeking President Donald Trump's endorsement for his proposals, which include funding the government ahead of the September 30 deadline and pushing for a 'clean' spending measure.This comes amid tensions within the Republican Party following Trump's controversial election speech, which disrupted congressional strategy.

Republican leaders are attempting to distance themselves from Trump's SAVE America Act, which imposes voting restrictions, and instead focus on a budget resolution.

Politico reports that Johnson is privately lobbying Trump to support these measures, hoping to create a potential government shutdown scenario before the midterms.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) has also expressed skepticism about the feasibility of adopting the House budget framework before the August recess.

The situation highlights the internal conflicts within the GOP as they navigate balancing Trump's influence with their own legislative priorities.