A group of conservative House members, including House Freedom Caucus leaders, is scheduled to meet with President Biden at the White House to discuss ways to prevent a government shutdown. The meeting comes amid growing tensions within Congress as both parties work to finalize a long-term funding plan.

This development follows an ongoing budget reconciliation battle within the GOP centered on President Trump’s agenda. Congress has repeatedly delayed funding discussions for fiscal year 2025, relying instead on short-term continuing resolutions to keep the government open. A new resolution, endorsed by Trump, aims to extend funding through the end of fiscal 2025, though Democrats and Republicans remain divided over the terms — particularly concerning Trump’s spending authority.

Conservative lawmakers, including Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.), have expressed cautious support for the proposal, viewing it as a potential compromise if it includes measures to reduce government waste. Many in the Freedom Caucus hope that Trump’s influence will help unify the GOP around a fiscal strategy that limits federal spending while avoiding another disruptive shutdown.