U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed a government funding bill, ending a record 43-day shutdown that left federal employees unpaid, disrupted air travel and strained food banks nationwide.
The House passed the measure earlier in the day by a 222–209 vote, following Senate approval on Monday. The bill funds three annual spending measures and extends the rest of government operations through January 30, while guaranteeing back pay for federal workers and halting further layoffs.
The shutdown stemmed from a dispute over extending enhanced health care tax credits under the Affordable Care Act. Democrats insisted on including the subsidies, while Republicans sought to separate the issue.
Despite the deal, political tensions remain high as both parties prepare for another round of debate over health care funding in December.
