House Republicans on Tuesday advanced their bill to avert an end-of-the-week government shutdown, teeing up a final vote on the legislation later in the day.

The chamber voted 216-214 to adopt a rule — which governs debate on legislation — for Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) continuing resolution. The measure would keep the government funded through Sept. 30, the end of the fiscal year, boost defense funding and impose cuts for nondefense programs.

The successful vote allows the House to debate the measure and hold a final vote, which is scheduled for 4 p.m. EST.

It remains unclear, however, whether the bill will have enough support to pass. Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) announced he will vote against the legislation, and a number of other Republicans remain undecided as of Tuesday morning — even after hearing a pitch from........

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