"We're excited about this outcome," Johnson said afterward, adding he had spoken with Trump and the president-elect "was certainly happy about this outcome, as well." This reflects a necessary compromise that avoids a government shutdown while balancing internal Republican dissent.
Trump's last-minute demand was almost an impossible ask, and Johnson had almost no choice but to work around his pressure for a debt ceiling increase. This highlights the tension between party obligations and political realities.
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