🎉 Congress has just passed a deal to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history!
First, the Senate approved the spending package 60-40 two days ago. Then on Wednesday night, the House followed suit, voting 222-209 in favor. All that's left is for President Donald Trump to sign it into law—so federal operations can get back on track.
It's been a costly pause: the Congressional Budget Office estimates a $14 billion hit to growth 😬. Let's hope this chapter closes smoothly and public services bounce back soon.
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Deal to end longest-ever U.S. government shutdown clears Congress
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