Up Next for the GOP: Scrambling to Avoid a Government Shutdown

Republicans in Congress finally passed their sweeping tax overhaul on Wednesday morning, but there's no time for them to enjoy a breather.

The GOP was back to the drawing board Wednesday, trying to piece together a spending package that will keep the government open past Friday's deadline and satisfy the fractious factions within the party. Given their recent history of cohesion and efficiency—or lack of both—it may be a stressful few days.