URGENT: Shutdown Ends: Government Reopens After Record-Breaking Impasse

Breaking News: Government Shutdown Ends After Record-Breaking 43-Day Impasse The US government has reopened after a record-breaking 43-day shutdown, the longest in American history. The shutdown officially ended at 5:00 AM ET on November 15, 2025, following the passage of a Senate-approved spending package by the US House of Representatives. The immediate impact of the shutdown's end is that thousands of federal workers will return to work, and many government services will resume. However, it may take some time for the full effects of the shutdown to be felt, and many agencies will need to catch up on work that was delayed or put on hold. The shutdown began due to a funding dispute between Democrats and Republicans, with Democrats refusing to go along with a spending bill that they deemed inadequate. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries showed a united front, arm in arm, in their opposition to the bill. The government's reopening marks a significant turning point in the ongoing budget battle. However, the details of the spending package and the implications for future budget negotiations remain unclear. This is a developing story, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.