President Donald Trump has signed a bill to reopen government operations that were halted for 43 days, ending the longest federal shutdown in U.S. history.
The shutdown began after a budget dispute between President Trump and Congress over funding for a border wall along the U.S.-Mexico border. The impasse caused many federal agencies to stop receiving funds, leaving government operations at a standstill.
The new legislation was passed after both the House of Representatives and the Senate voted to approve funding, allowing agencies to resume their normal activities. Speaking from the White House, President Trump confirmed that government services would now restart and acknowledged the hardships faced by citizens during the prolonged closure.
During the shutdown, nearly 1.4 million federal employees were left without pay, while essential services across the country were disrupted. Low-income Americans who rely on food assistance were particularly affected, and domestic flights experienced frequent delays due to staff shortages.
As government operations resume, federal agencies are working to catch up on backlogs and restore services. Lawmakers have stressed the importance of finding a long-term solution to prevent similar shutdowns in the future, as the economic and social impact of prolonged closures continues to be felt nationwide.
