The US House of Representatives passed a budget bill on Tuesday, putting an end to more than three days of a government shutdown that affected part of the federal administration.
This will formally end the shutdown that began on Saturday, stemming from divisions between Republicans and Democrats over funding for immigration enforcement, following recent events in the city of Minneapolis.
On Monday, US President Donald Trump urged Congress to expedite the approval of a spending bill to end a government shutdown in the United States, which entered its third day on Monday.
A partial government shutdown enters its third day
In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump stated, “I hope all Republicans and Democrats will join me in supporting this bill and send it to my desk without delay. No amendments can be made at this time.”
President Donald Trump’s move came amid a partial government shutdown entering its third day, resulting from Congress’s failure to reach a consensus on the federal spending bill. This led to a halt in funding for a number of non-essential government institutions and agencies. The shutdown reflects the intense polarization between Republicans and Democrats over spending priorities, the size of the fiscal deficit, and contentious issues related to immigration, defense, and social programs.
The government shutdown is a recurring political pressure tool in Washington, used by each side to push the other into making concessions. However, its repercussions quickly extend to the economy and public services, with hundreds of thousands of federal employees having their work suspended or being forced to work without pay.
US Congress
The US Congress is the bicameral legislative branch of the federal government, established by Article I of the US Constitution in 1789. It consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate, which are responsible for making federal laws, declaring war, and overseeing the budget.
US House of Representatives
The US House of Representatives is the lower chamber of the United States Congress, established by the Constitution in 1789. It is composed of representatives elected from congressional districts, with membership based on state population, and it holds the primary power to initiate revenue bills and impeach federal officials.
United States
The United States is a federal republic founded in 1776 after declaring independence from Great Britain, establishing itself through a revolutionary war and the adoption of a constitution in 1787. Its history is marked by westward expansion, industrial growth, and its emergence as a global superpower in the 20th century. The nation is defined by its diverse cultural heritage, democratic institutions, and significant economic and political influence worldwide.
Minneapolis
Minneapolis is a major city in Minnesota, founded on the Mississippi River’s Saint Anthony Falls, which provided hydropower for its early growth as a national flour milling center. Its cultural landscape includes significant institutions like the Walker Art Center and the Guthrie Theater, reflecting a strong arts tradition.
Truth Social
Truth Social is a social media platform launched in February 2022 by Trump Media & Technology Group, founded by former U.S. President Donald Trump. It was created following Trump’s bans from major platforms like Twitter and Facebook, positioning itself as a platform promoting free speech and an alternative to what it describes as “Big Tech censorship.”
Washington
Washington, D.C., is the capital city of the United States, founded in 1790 following the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. It was established as a federal district through the Residence Act and named after the nation’s first president, George Washington, with its design famously planned by Pierre Charles L’Enfant. The city is home to iconic national monuments, museums, and the branches of the U.S. government.
