House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Sunday closed the door to Congress returning early to pass funding to respond to Hurricanes Milton and Helene. Why it matters: Lawmakers in both parties who represent areas affected by the storms have pushed to cut the October recess short and reconvene to pass a disaster relief package.

House Speaker Mike Johnson said it would be “premature” to call Congress back from its break to pass hurricane aid for those affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.