Washington, November 10: The United States Senate has approved a bipartisan deal to end the country’s 40-day government shutdown, paving the way for a full reopening of federal agencies and restoring pay for nearly 800,000 furloughed government employees.
The legislation, which passed late Sunday following days of tense negotiations, ensures immediate funding for key departments and agencies through the fiscal year. The breakthrough brings relief to millions of Americans affected by suspended services, delayed benefits, and economic uncertainty.
Senate leaders from both parties hailed the agreement as a “victory for governance over gridlock,” while President Joe Biden is expected to sign the bill into law swiftly. The measure passed with a comfortable bipartisan majority, reflecting growing pressure from businesses, workers, and markets for an urgent resolution.
Financial markets reacted positively, with Wall Street indices posting early gains as investor confidence returned following weeks of fiscal deadlock. Analysts said the deal could stabilize short-term economic sentiment, though longer-term budget negotiations remain contentious.
The shutdown—the longest since 2018—had forced closures of national parks, delayed tax processing, and disrupted several public programs. The White House confirmed that federal employees would receive back pay within the next pay cycle as agencies resume operations.
Meanwhile, social media buzzed with the hashtag #GovernmentShutdown, which trended globally on X (formerly Twitter), as users welcomed the end of political brinkmanship.
