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The U.S. government has resumed operations after a historic 43-day shutdown that began on October 1. The prolonged halt, which brought federal agencies to a near standstill, stemmed from deep political disagreements over the national budget. President Donald Trump officially ended the shutdown by signing the funding bill that passed Congress after intense negotiations and extensive discussions.
This signature not only reopened federal offices but also allowed hundreds of thousands of unpaid federal workers to return to their jobs, reinstated suspended government services, and significantly reduced the economic uncertainty that had built up during the shutdown.
How Did the Shutdown End?
The shutdown came to an end after weeks of tense debates in Congress. The turning point was the House of Representatives approving a bipartisan funding measure. The legislation, previously approved by the Senate, went into effect following Trump’s signature, restoring federal budget flow.
President Trump criticized the political gridlock that caused the crisis:
“This 43-day shutdown inflicted unnecessary damage on our country. Federal employees went unpaid, businesses suffered, and millions of Americans were deprived of essential services.”
The Impacts of the Shutdown Are Still Being Calculated
The consequences of the shutdown were widespread:
- More than 1 million federal workers missed paychecks, straining household budgets.
- Thousands of flights were delayed or canceled.
- Small businesses and federal contractors faced serious difficulties due to unpaid invoices.
- Food assistance programs and other social services were temporarily suspended.
Economists note that it will take months to fully assess the shutdown’s total economic impact.
What Does the New Law Aim For?
The new funding bill not only reopens the government but also aims to advance several policy areas in the coming period:
- Revisiting healthcare reform
- Stimulus measures to support economic growth
- Implementation of selected tax reductions
Trump also urged Congress to make “structural improvements” to prevent a similar political deadlock in the future.
Federal Services Resume
With the legislation now in effect:
- Federal agencies have reopened,
- Workers have returned to their posts,
- Delayed government services and projects are being reactivated gradually.
Experts note that while the immediate backlog will create short-term pressure on public services, regaining lost economic momentum may take time.
Conclusion
The reopening of the U.S. government marks a critical turning point both economically and politically. The shutdown demonstrated how partisan conflict in Washington can inflict significant damage on the country, while the new funding package provides at least a temporary relief. This move is also seen as part of the Trump administration’s effort to restore stability to the economy and public services ahead of the upcoming election year.
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