U.S. Government Shutdown Nears End as Senate Advances Funding Bill After 41 Days
After 41 days of gridlock, the U.S. Senate has taken a decisive step toward resolving the government shutdown, voting 60–40 to advance a funding plan. While not yet final, the procedural vote marks the first significant progress since the shutdown began. Federal workers remain unpaid, airport delays persist, and public frustration mounts—yet Washington’s gears are finally turning.
The proposed bill would fully fund key departments like Agriculture and Veterans Affairs through the fiscal year, while extending temporary funding for other agencies until January 30, 2026. Democrats secured concessions from the TRUMP administration, including worker protections, as a condition for supporting the measure. The House must still approve the bill, with Speaker Mike Johnson targeting Wednesday for a vote.
