The United States House of Representatives has passed a short-term spending bill, effectively ending the longest government shutdown in the nation’s history. This bipartisan measure, which secured support from both Republican and Democratic lawmakers, was approved just two days after the Senate narrowly passed the same legislation. The shutdown, which began on October 1, had left millions of Americans without essential food aid and disrupted air travel due to unpaid air traffic controllers calling in sick. President Donald Trump is expected to sign the bill late Wednesday night, bringing relief to government systems strained by the prolonged closure. However, the funding only extends until January 30, leaving lawmakers with the challenge of reaching a long-term agreement. The shutdown’s central issue revolved around healthcare subsidies for low-income Americans, with Democrats pushing for their inclusion in the funding bill. Despite their efforts, the final deal did not address this concern, leading to frustration among House Democrats. Meanwhile, the swearing-in of Adelita Grijalva, Arizona’s newest Democratic representative, marked a symbolic moment as she joined her colleagues in advocating for justice in the Jeffrey Epstein case. House Speaker Mike Johnson has pledged to schedule a vote on the Epstein-related petition next week, signaling a potential shift in legislative priorities.