US House Votes to End Longest Government Shutdown in History
FOX 11 Los AngelesNovember 12, 20254 min4,360 views
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- 🏛️ Lawmakers are voting to end the longest government shutdown in US history, which has lasted 43 days.
- 💰 Federal workers are set to receive their pay, and food assistance programs like SNAP benefits will be funded.
- ✈️ Disruptions at airports, including flight cancellations and delays due to air traffic control staffing shortages, are expected to ease.
Key Issues and Debates
- 🏥 The primary point of contention was the extension of health insurance tax credits under the Affordable Care Act.
- ❌ Democrats pushed for a three-year extension, while Republicans considered it a separate issue.
- 🗓️ Lawmakers will address these health insurance subsidies further in December.
Political Reactions
- 🗣️ Both Democrats and Republicans are blaming each other for the shutdown.
- ✅ Speaker of the House Mike Johnson urged for the government to be opened as soon as possible, stating the American people demand it.
- 📰 The Senate had previously passed the funding bill, and it was heading to the President for signature.
Related News
- ⚖️ A former top aide to California Governor Gavin Newsom has been indicted on federal charges related to allegedly stealing campaign funds.
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