Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Congress narrowly avoided a federal government shutdown, passing a $1.2 trillion bipartisan spending bill just hours before the midnight deadline. The emergency deal prevents the furlough of more than 2 million federal employees and keeps essential government services running through 2026.
The compromise, supported by moderates from both parties, funds key departments including Defense, Health, and Transportation, while temporarily deferring contentious debates over border security and climate funding.
President Donald Trump criticized the deal as a “weak compromise,” urging Republican lawmakers to adopt tougher fiscal measures if the party regains full control of Congress next year.
Meanwhile, Wall Street reacted positively to the resolution, with major indices closing higher on renewed investor confidence and relief over short-term economic stability.
