House Republicans are preparing to vote on a short-term government funding measure after a previous plan failed due to opposition from President-elect Donald Trump. The deadline to pass this measure, known as a continuing resolution, is Friday at midnight to prevent a government shutdown. If no bill is passed, millions of federal employees could be furloughed, and federal contractors won't get paid. The new bill includes provisions from the previous version, such as extending the farm bill and providing disaster relief aid, and also addresses Trump's demand for action on the debt ceiling, extending the national debt limit until January 30, 2027. However, Democrats have already expressed their opposition, calling the proposal unserious and likely to lead to a shutdown. The bill's chances of passing are slim, as it faces opposition from both parties, with Republicans against raising the debt ceiling and Democrats against cutting their priorities. The situation is chaotic, with no clear solution in sight before the deadline. Trump's influence is significant, as he pushes for eliminating the debt ceiling, which has become part of the Republican plan, though not finalized. His stance is testing party loyalties, with some Republicans wanting spending cuts across the government. The influence of figures like Elon Musk is also noted, as he is seen as having sway over the GOP's direction.