Summary
The U.S. House of Representatives is preparing to vote on a budget plan to end the longest government shutdown in American history, which started on October 1. The proposed budget would temporarily fund federal agencies for two months. President Donald Trump has signaled his support for the bill.
Key Facts
- The government shutdown began on October 1 and has lasted 43 days.
- A million federal workers are currently not receiving pay, and food assistance programs are on hold.
- The Senate already approved the budget plan, which funds federal agencies until December.
- President Trump has indicated he will sign the budget into law if approved by the House.
- The plan faces opposition from House Democrats who want extended health insurance subsidies included.
- Unpaid air traffic controllers have called in sick, causing flight cancellations.
- The House has a narrow Republican majority, making the vote outcome uncertain.
- The House is scheduled to debate and vote on the budget plan later on Wednesday.
