In a decisive move to restore federal operations, President Donald J. Trump signed a government funding bill late Wednesday, officially ending the longest shutdown in U.S. history. The 43-day lapse in funding had paralyzed essential services, left hundreds of thousands of federal workers unpaid, and intensified partisan tensions across Capitol Hill.
President Trump signed the legislation during an Oval Office ceremony, flanked by Republican leaders including House Speaker Mike Johnson. The bill, which passed the House by a vote of 222–209 earlier in the evening, followed Senate approval earlier in the week. The measure extends funding for most federal agencies through January 30, 2026, and includes three full-year appropriations for select departments.
“Today we’re sending a clear message that we will never give in to extortion,” President Trump declared, referencing Democratic demands tied to health care subsidies and other policy issues.
Trump criticized Democratic lawmakers for prolonging the standoff and urged voters to remember the chaos during next year’s midterm elections. He also renewed calls to eliminate the Senate filibuster, arguing it contributed to the gridlock.
While Republicans largely supported the funding package, many House Democrats expressed frustration, viewing the outcome as a missed opportunity to secure broader concessions. The bill’s passage marks a temporary reprieve, with another funding deadline looming in late January.
The White House emphasized its commitment to preventing future shutdowns and pledged to work with Congress on long-term budget solutions.