House Republicans on Wednesday moved forward with a stopgap spending bill that would keep the government from shutting down at the end of the month.

In a 216-210 vote along party lines – with Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) voting “present” – the House approved debate rules for the 7-week spending bill funding the government at current levels through Nov. 21 – right before lawmakers are expected to leave Washington for a weeklong Thanksgiving recess.

The House is expected to take a final vote on the measure by Friday. If it clears the lower chamber, the bill would need to pass in the Senate and be signed by President Trump before a Sept. 30 deadline to avert a government shutdown.

The House is expected to take a final vote on the measure by Friday. AP

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