Summary
President Donald Trump signed a spending bill to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, lasting 43 days. The bill allows government services to resume, but only funds the government until January 30. Democrats initially opposed the bill, demanding health insurance subsidies for low-income Americans.
Key Facts
- President Trump signed a bill to end the 43-day U.S. government shutdown.
- The House of Representatives approved the bill with a 222-209 vote.
- Around 1.4 million federal workers were affected, either on unpaid leave or working without pay.
- Critical services like food aid and air travel were disrupted due to the shutdown.
- The bill funds the government until January 30, requiring more negotiation soon.
- Democrats wanted healthcare subsidies extended, causing initial opposition to the bill.
- Some Senate Democrats eventually voted for the package with a promise of a future vote on healthcare subsidies.
- Wisconsin Republican Derrick Van Orden traveled a long distance to participate in the House vote.
