Speaker Johnson stated, "We are going ABOVE the heads of so-called 'leadership,' and appealing to the consciences of a handful of people in the Senate who want to do the right thing, and just STOP THE PAIN for the American people!"

There have been 14 unsuccessful votes in the Senate to temporarily fund the government, as the minority insists on the extension of Affordable Care Act subsidies that expire at the end of this year. Speaker Johnson has determined that the House will not vote on any legislation until the Senate passes the continuing resolution, though he and Senate Majority Leader Thune are considering extending the temporary funding beyond November 21.