Summary
The U.S. government shutdown ended after 43 days, the longest in history, when President Donald Trump signed a funding bill. The House of Representatives had voted to reopen the government, with the vote ending at 222 to 209. The shutdown caused significant disruptions, including flight delays and unpaid federal workers, while also leading to debates on who was responsible.
Key Facts
- The government shutdown lasted 43 days, marking the longest in U.S. history.
- President Donald Trump signed the bill to end the shutdown.
- The House of Representatives voted 222 to 209 in favor of the funding bill.
- Six Democrats joined Republicans in the vote to pass the bill.
- The shutdown affected millions, including delays in food assistance from SNAP.
- Flight schedules were disrupted, and federal workers went unpaid.
- There is public debate about which political party was responsible for the shutdown.
