President Donald Trump signed legislation late Wednesday night to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, which lasted 43 days. The funding package, passed by both the House and Senate, restores operations across federal agencies and provides temporary relief to millions of affected workers.
The shutdown had paralyzed Washington, with critical services halted and bipartisan tensions escalating. Trump’s signature on the bill came after a 222–209 House vote, with a few lawmakers crossing party lines to break the deadlock. The legislation includes funding extensions through January 30 and three full-year appropriations for key departments.
Meanwhile, controversy brewed overseas as Britain’s BBC issued a formal apology to President Trump for editing a past speech in a way that allegedly misrepresented his stance on violence. The edit, tied to a 2021 Capitol riot speech, sparked internal resignations at the BBC and threats of a $1 billion lawsuit from Trump.
BBC Chairman Samir Shah sent a personal letter to the White House, expressing regret and confirming the documentary would not be rebroadcast. Trump’s legal team has yet to confirm whether litigation will proceed.
As Trump prepares for his 14th visit to Mar-a-Lago this year, temporary flight restrictions and road closures are already in effect around Palm Beach. The president’s actions this week have reignited debates over media accountability and executive power.
