US House Passes Spending Bill, Ending Record-Breaking Government Shutdown

According to the bill, the US government will be funded through January 30, reinstating pay to hundreds of thousands of federal workers after six grueling weeks of a shutdown. "This is a victory for the American people, and we are relieved that the shutdown is finally coming to an end," said House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in a statement. "We will continue to work towards a long-term solution to prevent future shutdowns." The spending package was approved by the upper chamber of Congress on Monday night, with a vote of 60-40. The bill aims to provide funding for various government agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, and the Department of Defense. The shutdown had brought all but essential government services to a halt, affecting millions of Americans who rely on government services. The shutdown had significant implications for society, with many federal workers facing financial difficulties due to the lack of pay. "It's been a nightmare for us," said one federal worker, who wished to remain anonymous. "We're struggling to make ends meet, and it's been a huge burden on our families." The shutdown also had a significant impact on the economy, with many businesses and industries affected by the lack of government services. The bill's approval marks a significant development in the ongoing saga of the government shutdown. The shutdown had been the longest in US history, with many lawmakers and experts warning of the potential consequences of a prolonged shutdown. "This is a major victory for the American people, and we are relieved that the shutdown is finally coming to an end," said Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell in a statement. The bill's passage now sets the stage for President Trump to sign it into law, bringing an end to the shutdown. The President has stated that he will sign the bill, but has also expressed his disappointment with the lack of funding for his border wall. "We will continue to work towards a long-term solution to prevent future shutdowns," said House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in a statement. The bill's approval marks a significant development in the ongoing saga of the government shutdown, and its implications will be closely watched in the coming weeks and months.