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President Donald Trump signed the funding bill to end the government shutdown about two hours after the U.S. House of Representatives voted to reopen the federal government after a 43-day shutdown, the longest in history. The vote - 222 to 209 - is a victory for Trump and the Republicans, who did not agree to extend health care subsidies as Democrats had demanded. But there is a big caveat: Polling shows more voters blame the GOP for the shutdown than the Democrats, and Republican losses in recent elections are a warning sign for the party ahead of the 2026 midterms.
What To Know
- Six Democrats voted with Republicans to pass the funding bill.
- Deal includes a December vote on extending Affordable Care Act tax credits, which are set to expire soon.
- Millions of Americans still face SNAP benefit delays and flight cancellations as federal workers are left unpaid.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer had wanted a guarantee that tax credits would be extended, but failed to keep senators united.
- House Democrats vented anger over how the shutdown came to an end, questioning Schumer's leadership.
- Schumer: “We will not give up the fight."
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Nov 13, 2025 at 04:13 AM EST
Does a January shutdown loom?
As the federal government gears up to full operations after President Donald Trump signed a funding bill to end a 43-day shutdown, thoughts are already turning to the danger of another one early next year unless a compromise can be worked out on healthcare.
“I would predict that, given the style of government that Trump tends to lead at this point, that we’re going to see another shutdown,” Natasha Lindstaedt, professor of government at the University of Essex in the UK, told CNN.
The deal that Trump signed is a stopgap measure, only extending funding until January 30, and it did not contain the key Democratic demand for an extension of Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, which are expiring at the end of the year.
Republicans got the bill through the Senate with the help of eight members of the Senate Democratic Caucus after promising a vote in December on a healthcare bill. But House Speaker Mike Johnson has made no such commitment.
Lindstaedt said there were signs of some movement towards compromise on the Republican side, given the overwhelmingly negative public opinion on the healthcare issue, but if the Republicans fall in line with Trump’s tough stand “we’re going to see another shutdown take place.”
The Democrats who sided with the Republicans also likely felt a lot of pressure because of travel disruption at the beginning of the busy travel season, she said.
“So maybe that same type of pressure won’t be there (in January),” she said.
Trump is also anticipating the danger of a January shutdown and reiterated a call on Wednesday for the filibuster to be scrapped to prevent any Democratic blocking tactics.
Nov 13, 2025 at 02:11 AM EST
U.S. diplomatic mission announces resumption of full operations
The U.S. embassy in Myanmar announced it was resuming full operations following the end of the 43-day government shutdown.
“Following the lapse in appropriations, U.S. Embassy Yangon has resumed full operations. Thank you for your patience - we look forward to sharing more soon!” the embassy said in a post on X.
Nov 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM EST
President Donald Trump doubles down on call to scrap the filibuster
President Donald Trump repeated his call for the scrapping of the Senate filibuster, saying getting rid of it would prevent a government shutdown ever happening again.
“I also want to call for a termination to the filibuster so that this can never happen again. If we had the filibuster terminated, this would never happen again,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office before signing a bill to restore government financing through to the end of January, ending the 43-day government shutdown.
“And don’t forget, we have another date coming up in the not too distant future,” he said, referring to the end of January. “We can never let this happen again.”
“The Democrats will do it immediately if they ever assumed office, which, hopefully, they won’t.”
Nov 12, 2025 at 11:43 PM EST
Office of Management and Budget says furloughed staff should return to work on Thursday
The White House’s Office of Management and Budget issued a memorandum instructing federal employees who had been furloughed during the government shutdown to return to work on Thursday.
“Agencies should take all necessary steps to ensure that offices open in prompt and orderly manner on November 13, 2025,” according to the memorandum from the office’s director, Russell Vought.
“Employees who were on furlough due to the absence of appropriations should be directed to return to work on November 13,” he said.
The Bipartisan Policy Center said at least 670,000 federal employees were furloughed during the shutdown, while some 730,000 have continued to work without pay.
Nov 12, 2025 at 10:58 PM EST
Trump thanks Senate Democrats who voted with Republicans to end deadlock
President Donald Trump thanked the eight members of the Senate's Democratic Caucus who voted with Republicans on Monday to advance a funding bill to clear the way to the reopening of the federal government after a 43-day shutdown.
“I also want to thank the eight Senate Democrats who finally did the right thing in voting to end this craziness, this madness,” Trump said in the Oval Office as he prepared to sign the bill, which the House of Representatives passed earlier on Wednesday evening by a vote of 222 to 209.
On Monday, the Senate voted 60-40 to pass the bill, with the support of nearly all of the chamber's Republicans and eight Democrats.
The Democratic Party had tried to tie government funding to health subsidies that are due to expire at the end of the year.
Trump repeated the Republican attack line that the Democrats blocked the funding bill because they wanted to provide free healthcare to illegal migrants, calling it extortion. Democrats deny that.
The senators who voted with the Republicans were Democrats Tim Kaine, Catherine Cortez Masto, John Fetterman, Maggie Hassan, Dick Durbin, Jeanne Shaheen, Jacky Rosen, and Angus King, an independent.
They have faced a barrage of criticism from Democratic colleagues.
Nov 12, 2025 at 10:26 PM EST
President Trump signs funding bill to reopen government
President Donald Trump signed the funding bill to reopen the government after a 43-day shutdown. Trump signed the bill two hours after the House of Representatives voted to pass it by 222 votes to 209.
"They look very bad, the Democrats do," Trump told reporters in the White House, adding that the Democrats had "inflicted massive harm" on the public.
"Don't forget what they've done to our country," he said, referring to midterm elections next year.
Trump thanked those Democrats who voted with Republicans to end the shutdown.
Nov 12, 2025 at 09:45 PM EST
When do flights get back to normal?
It will take some time for flights to get back to normal after the end of the government shutdown but hopes are rising that normal operations could resume in time for Thanksgiving.
There was good news from the Transportation Department on Wednesday, before the vote to end the shutdown, as it halted plans to deepen flight reductions at 40 of the nation’s busiest airports, citing improved staffing conditions among air traffic controllers.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said a 6 percent limit imposed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will stay in place while officials assess whether the air traffic system can safely return to normal operations.
“If the FAA safety team determines the trend lines are moving in the right direction, we’ll put forward a path to resume normal operations,” Duffy said in a statement. He did not give a timeline.
Southwest Airlines told employees on Wednesday it is optimistic the FAA will soon allow U.S. airlines to resume their full schedules, Reuters reported.
"Once the shutdown ends, we’re optimistic that the FAA will allow airlines to resume normal operations within a few days," Southwest Chief Operating Officer Andrew Watterson told employees in a note seen by Reuters.
President Donald Trump said 20,000 flights were canceled or delayed by the shutdown.
Nov 12, 2025 at 09:19 PM EST
When will SNAP benefits resume?
A provision in the funding bill passed on Wednesday to end the government shutdown calls for the resumption of payments under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) but it is not clear when the 42 million Americans in the program will get benefits again.
A spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which runs the program, told the Associated Press in an email on Wednesday that funds could be available “upon the government reopening, within 24 hours for most states.”
The department did not immediately answer questions about where it might take longer — or whether the 24-hour timeline applies to when money would be available to states or loaded onto debit cards used by beneficiaries.
Nov 12, 2025 at 09:01 PM EST
‘Stand strong’ Miki Sherrill urges as she takes her leave from the House
Miki Sherrill, the governor-elect of New Jersey, urged her House colleagues not to “become a rubber stamp,” as she prepared to take her leave in preparation for her new job as governor of New Jersey.
“Thank you, New Jersey. Next week, I intend to submit my resignation in order to serve as your 57th governor,” the Democrat said in a post on X.
“To my House colleagues: Do not become a rubber stamp for an agenda to take food and healthcare away from kids. To the country: Stand strong. Don't give up the ship.”
Sherrill will be sworn in as New Jersey governor in January.
Nov 12, 2025 at 08:40 PM EST
Six Democrats voted with Republicans
Six House Democrats voted with Republicans to end the shutdown and reopen the government.
The compromise package will fund most federal agencies through January 30, 2026, allowing them to resume normal operations.
Nov 12, 2025 at 08:26 PM EST
House votes to end the shutdown
The House passed the vote of 222-209.
Nov 12, 2025 at 08:10 PM EST
Debates end as voting begins
Debates and discussion on the government funding bill have ended with a quick speech from Speaker Johnson, as voting begins.
Nov 12, 2025 at 08:01 PM EST
Jeffries ends his magic minute, Johnson takes the floor
Hakeem Jeffries, Minority Leader of the U.S House of Representatives, has finished his magic minute speech on the House floor about the GOP funding bill to end the government shutdown.
Now, Speaker Mike Johnson has taken to the floor.
Nov 12, 2025 at 07:54 PM EST
Jeffries on House floor discussing funding bill – and he has no limit on how long he can speak for
Hakeem Jeffries, Minority Leader of the U.S House of Representatives, is speaking on the House floor about the GOP funding bill to end the government shutdown.
Unlike his colleagues, there is no limit for him speaking in the House because of the "magic minute," a parliamentary procedure that allows House leaders to speak for an unlimited amount of time after debate on a bill has concluded.
"Republicans control the House, the Senate and the presidency. Donald Trump and Republicans made the decision to shut the government down. The longest shutdown in American history would rather do that than provide health care that's affordable to working class Americans, middle class Americans, and hard working Americans. Taxpayers all across the country," Rep. Jeffries said.
"I'm certain that there are people in America asking the question, where do we go from here? House Democrats have a simple answer. We will continue to fight to lower the high cost of living.
"House Democrats will continue to fight to address the health care crisis that Republicans have created, and House Democrats will continue to fight to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits for tens of millions of Americans. This fight is not over. We're just getting started," he continued.
It's not clear how long Jeffries plans to speak for.
Nov 12, 2025 at 07:46 PM EST
Trump planning to sign bill to reopen government tonight
The White House has released an updated schedule for the president, which shows him signing the funding bill at 9:45 p.m. ET in the Oval Office.
It's not clear if the House will keep to Donald Trump's schedule as discussions and debate on the bill are still well underway on the House floor.
Nov 12, 2025 at 07:00 PM EST
Speaker Johnson says government shutdown cost US $14 billion
Speaker Mike Johnson emphasized the impact of the government shutdown ahead of the House final vote on the legislation to reopen the government.
"The Congressional Budget Office estimates the Democrat Shutdown caused up to $14 BILLION in permanent economic losses and cut GDP by as much as 2%," Johnson said.
"Democrats have put the American people, and our economy, through 43 days of pain and devastating harm — for nothing," he added.
Senate Democrats refused to vote for the GOP funding bill over concerns it would lead to increased health care costs for millions of Americans. Republicans refused to negotiate, leaving America at a standstill.
On Sunday, eight Democrats decided to break with their party and voted for the bill with the GOP.
Nov 12, 2025 at 06:51 PM EST
House clears key hurdle to final vote on bill to end shutdown
The House has cleared the procedural hurdle to hold a final vote on the funding package which would end the government shutdown.
Lawmakers voted 213 to 209 advance the bill Wednesday.
The final vote is set to take place around 8 p.m. ET.
Nov 12, 2025 at 06:22 PM EST
What time will the House vote on bill to end shutdown?
The House convened at noon ET on Wednesday, bringing back lawmakers for the first time since before the shutdown began October 1.
Members will vote on the GOP funding bill which could bring an end to the longest government shutdown on record.
Debate on the legislation began around 5 p.m, with a series of votes following it.
Voting is expected to end at 8 p.m., according to House Majority Leader Steve Scalise.
Nov 12, 2025 at 06:15 PM EST
Rep. Omar vows to vote ‘no’ on GOP spending bill, ‘outraged’ at Senate
Rep. Ilhan Omar, a Democrat, has vowed to vote "no" on the GOP spending bill to end the shutdown, in the House today.
“This legislation fails to meet the moment. Working Minnesotans will pay the price for this beyond inadequate spending bill," she said in a statement.
She added that she was "outraged" that Republicans in Congress and 8 Senate Democrats "put us into this situation."
"Nearly 400,000 Minnesotans will see their premiums increase by an average of 21.5% more each month for the same coverage, with others facing even greater hikes. To put that into perspective, a Minnesota family making $85,000 a year will see their annual health insurance premiums rise by nearly $16,000 – that’s an extra $1,300 a month. People will die from these unconscionable cuts. For those reasons, I will vote NO," she added.
Nov 12, 2025 at 05:01 PM EST
Voto Latino condemns budget bill over health care subsidy cuts
Voto Latino leaders voiced strong opposition Wednesday to the House budget bill aimed at ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, warning it would undermine health care access for Latino communities. The group criticized the legislation for excluding funding to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies that help low-income families afford coverage.
“The bill before the House of Representatives does not live up to the urgent needs of our families,” the organization said in a statement, citing a lack of safeguards and investment in health care access.
Voto Latino urged lawmakers to reject the bill in its current form, calling on the House to prioritize the needs of Latino and immigrant communities as negotiations continue.
Nov 12, 2025 at 04:47 PM EST
Travel industry urges House to end shutdown ahead of Thanksgiving rush
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Airlines for America and the American Hotel & Lodging Association held a joint news conference on Wednesday, calling on the House to immediately pass legislation to end the government shutdown and prevent further travel disruptions ahead of the holiday season.
“We’re heading into the busiest travel season of the year,” said Rosanna Maietta, president of the hotel association. “The House of Representatives cannot delay taking action and stand in the way of families reuniting around the Thanksgiving table.”
Airlines for America, which represents major carriers including Delta, American, and United, estimates that over 5.2 million passengers have already faced delays or cancellations due to staffing shortages linked to the shutdown. Industry leaders warned that continued inaction could deepen the crisis as Thanksgiving approaches.
Nov 12, 2025 at 04:30 PM EST
Chip Roy pushes separate bill to remove DOJ lawsuit provision from funding package
Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) is working with House GOP leaders to introduce a separate bill that would strike a controversial provision from the Senate-passed stopgap spending measure. The language in question allows senators to sue the Department of Justice if their phone records were obtained without Senate notification during Biden-era investigations.
Sources say the standalone bill would be brought to the floor at a later date and is expected to pass. The move is part of Speaker Mike Johnson’s effort to secure votes for the broader funding package without forcing the Senate to reconvene, which would delay the end of the government shutdown.
Roy and other conservatives have criticized the provision, which surfaced after Senate Republicans released FBI records tied to the 2020 “Arctic Frost” investigation into the fake elector scheme. “It certainly shouldn’t have been inserted at the 11th hour, without deliberation and back-and-forth,” Roy said during a House Rules Committee meeting.
Nov 12, 2025 at 04:17 PM EST
White House warns shutdown may undermine economic data amid push to defend Trump record
As the White House works to bolster President Trump’s economic record, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt warned Wednesday that the ongoing government shutdown could severely disrupt the release of critical economic data.
Leavitt cited a Congressional Budget Office estimate that the shutdown could shave at least two percentage points off fourth-quarter growth. She also said the disruption has made it “extraordinarily difficult” for economists, investors, and Federal Reserve officials to access reliable data, potentially causing lasting damage to the federal statistical system.
Key reports—including October’s consumer price index and jobs data—may never be released, she added, complicating efforts to assess the economy’s trajectory heading into 2026.
Nov 12, 2025 at 04:03 PM EST
WATCH: White House claims October jobs report might not be released amid shutdown
Nov 12, 2025 at 03:50 PM EST
Jeffries pushes discharge petition to extend ACA subsidies amid shutdown deal opposition
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced Wednesday that Democrats will pursue a discharge petition to force a vote on extending enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies for three years. The move comes as current subsidies are set to expire, potentially raising health care costs for millions.
Jeffries acknowledged the effort faces long odds, requiring 218 signatures to trigger a floor vote—an unlikely feat without Republican support. He argued the extension is critical to prevent premium hikes of $1,000 to $2,000 annually for working-class Americans.
Calling the situation “unsustainable, unacceptable and un-American,” Jeffries also reiterated Democratic opposition to the Senate’s bipartisan deal to reopen the government, which omits the subsidy extension.
Nov 12, 2025 at 03:43 PM EST
Jeffries says Democrats will try to force vote on ACA extension
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said that Democrats will try to force a vote on extending the expiring enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies - the same issue that held up Democrats from supporting the GOP funding bill in the Senate.
Jeffries said they would file a discharge petition - the same procedure which is being used in the House to force a vote on releasing the Epstein files. The procedure requires at least 218 signatures - a bar which Democrats are unlikely to meet for ACA.
“Affordable Care Act tax credits were extended by three years in the Inflation Reduction Act,” Jeffries said Wednesday. “The legislation that we will introduce in the context of the discharge petition will provide that level of certainty to working-class Americans who are on the verge of seeing their premiums, copays and deductibles skyrocket in some cases, experiencing increases of a $1,000 or $2,000 dollars per year.”
“This is unsustainable, unacceptable and it’s un-American,” he said.
Nov 12, 2025 at 03:37 PM EST
Rep. Jeff Hurd backs short-term extension of health care tax credits
Colorado Rep. Jeff Hurd said Wednesday he supports a temporary extension of enhanced premium tax credits to help ease health care costs for his rural constituents. While opposing permanent subsidies, the Republican lawmaker emphasized the need to address immediate affordability concerns.
“My district is in southwestern Colorado. It’s half of the state. The cost of health care is a top issue,” Hurd told CNN. “We need to address the short-term issue, which is the cost of premiums.”
Hurd called for bipartisan cooperation to tackle long-term drivers of rising costs under the Affordable Care Act, which he said expanded coverage but failed to keep care affordable. He urged lawmakers in both chambers to work together on meaningful reforms.
Nov 12, 2025 at 03:19 PM EST
Vote Latino leaders opposes bill to end shutdown
Voto Latino leaders is demanding that the House of Representatives votes "no" on the funding bill to end the government shutdown, warning it does not protect Latino families' access to health care.
“The bill before the House of Representatives does not live up to the urgent needs of our families — it offers neither sufficient safeguards nor meaningful investments to protect access to health care,” Voto Latino leaders said in a statement.
“Voto Latino calls out the U.S. House of Representatives to exercise its responsibility to the American people and specifically the Latino and immigrant communities by voting no on this budget bill in its current form.”
Nov 12, 2025 at 03:11 PM EST
Democrats suggest another shutdown is possible if heath care not addressed
House Democrats have warned they would consider another government shutdown in January if they are not able to get concessions on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies.
Rep. Pramila Jayapal said it depends “on the vulnerable House Republicans who are not going to be able to go back to their constituents without telling them that they’ve done something on health care.”
Rep. Jim McGovern added that he would not vote “to endorse their cruelty” if Republicans don't extend the subsidies.
The Democrats had held out on backing the GOP funding bill, sending the government into a record-breaking shutdown, after the GOP refused to address ACA, amid soaring insurance costs. On Sunday, eight Democrats broke ranks to vote for the bill, citing assurances from Sen. John Thune, Senate Majority Leader, that a vote would be held on the subsidies.
House Speaker Mike Johnson has made no similar promises.
Nov 12, 2025 at 02:33 PM EST
White House says there may be no jobs or inflation data for October, blames shutdown
The White House has said there may be no jobs report or inflation data for last month, due to the record-long government shutdown.
“The Democrats may have permanently damaged the federal statistical system, with October CPI and jobs reports likely never being released,” Leavitt said.
While some data is collected electronically, much of the information for both reports comes from surveys or store visits - both of which were cancelled by the shutdown.
The data disruption comes as the Federal Reserve, which relies on such reports to make its decisions, remains divided on whether to cut its interest rate at its December meeting.
Nov 12, 2025 at 02:07 PM EST
New York ranks 11th in 2025 affordability study amid SNAP cuts and rising costs
A new affordability study from Plus Docs ranks New York as the 11th-most affordable state to live in for 2025, despite higher-than-average costs for essentials like groceries and healthcare. The findings come as the Trump administration orders states to halt full food aid benefits for low-income families, including in New York, Massachusetts, California, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania.
The study shows that New Yorkers spend about $426 monthly on groceries—nearly 10% above the national average—and $1,224 on healthcare, 26% above typical U.S. costs. Still, with an average monthly income of $5,097, residents are left with $236 after covering basic expenses, 413% more than the national leftover average of $46.
Researchers analyzed Census Bureau data alongside costs for food, utilities, transportation, and insurance to determine livable wages across states. Virginia topped the list, with residents retaining $1,050 monthly, followed by Maryland, Alaska, Texas, and Kansas. At the bottom: Hawaii, Maine, and Montana, where high expenses leave residents in monthly debt.
The report underscores the growing strain of the national cost-of-living crisis, especially as federal aid programs face disruption.
Nov 12, 2025 at 01:54 PM EST
Also in the news: Defense Secretary reaffirms authority to target drug smuggling boats amid Naval escalation
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Wednesday reinforced the Trump administration’s stance that it holds legal authority to destroy vessels in South American waters suspected of smuggling narcotics for drug cartels. Speaking at a defense industry event in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Hegseth said the administration is treating cartel-linked traffickers “like the al-Qaida of the Western Hemisphere.”
The remarks come as the U.S. military’s most advanced aircraft carrier enters the Southern Command region, where airstrikes have reportedly killed at least 75 individuals aboard small boats. The deployment has intensified speculation that President Trump may be preparing to escalate pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, who faces U.S. narcoterrorism charges.
Senate Republicans recently blocked a Democratic measure aimed at limiting Trump’s authority to initiate military action against Venezuela, leaving open the possibility of further unilateral moves in the region.
Nov 12, 2025 at 01:51 PM EST
White House blames government shutdown for slowing fourth quarter economic growth
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the Trump administration was "very hopeful" that the longest government shutdown in history would come to an end today.
But even as she welcomed the news, she said that the damage done to the economy could be lasting, and "could end up decreasing fourth quarter economic growth by two whole percentage points."
She also said "millions of low income Americans missed their SNAP benefits," which she attempted to blame on the Democrats. However, the Trump administration ordered the federal food assistance to be halted during the shutdown, despite court orders to use the contingency.
"The damage caused by the Democrats with this reckless government shutdown cannot be forgotten. It is entirely the fault of the Democrat Party," Leavitt said. "They started this shutdown with a ridiculous demand to force taxpayer funded health care benefits to illegal aliens who broke into our country, even after it was clear President Trump and Republicans would never force American taxpayers to pay for free health care for illegals.
"In fact, President Trump's one big, beautiful bill fixed that problem. The Democrats kept dragging this reckless government shutdown on for weeks longer to boost their turnout in an election. Perhaps one might guess that's because the Democrats are totally captured by their far left wing base, who only care about attacking President Trump, even if it means hurting innocent Americans in our country," she added.
Nov 12, 2025 at 01:40 PM EST
Hotel industry warns of travel disruptions as shutdown dampens holiday plans
The ongoing federal government shutdown is taking a toll on the travel and hospitality sectors, with widespread trip cancellations and declining bookings, according to Rosanna Maietta, president and CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association.
Speaking at a special briefing, Maietta said travelers are facing mounting difficulties, and many are opting to stay home. “Nearly 40% of respondents in our poll said the shutdown is affecting their future travel plans,” she noted, adding that almost 20% of Americans have already altered or canceled their Thanksgiving trips.
Maietta urged swift action from lawmakers, praising the Senate for advancing a measure to reopen the government and calling on the House to follow suit. “We can’t afford another delay,” she said. “We need to stave off more travel chaos before Thanksgiving.”
Nov 12, 2025 at 01:27 PM EST
WATCH: Longest shutdown ever nearing an end as House returns to vote
Nov 12, 2025 at 01:13 PM EST
Trump administration signals upcoming moves to lower food prices
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in a Fox News interview that the Trump administration will soon make “substantial announcements” aimed at reducing prices for imported goods like coffee, bananas, and other fruits not widely grown in the U.S. While Bessent did not mention tariffs directly, the comments follow President Trump’s statement that he intends to cut coffee tariffs to ease consumer costs.
The remarks come as the White House works to reclaim the political narrative on affordability, a key issue that has recently favored Democrats. Specific policy details are expected in the coming days, as the administration seeks to demonstrate action on rising food prices.
Nov 12, 2025 at 12:58 PM EST
Republican support for Trump’s leadership drops sharply in new poll
Approval of President Donald Trump’s handling of government has declined among Republicans and independents, according to a November AP-NORC survey.
Just 68% of Republicans said they approve of Trump’s management, down from 81% in March. Among independents, support fell from 38% to 25%.
Nov 12, 2025 at 12:44 PM EST
Jordan Wood exits Senate race, joins congressional contest in Maine
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The Democratic primary to challenge Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) saw a major shift Wednesday as candidate Jordan Wood announced he is leaving the race to run for Maine’s 2nd Congressional District. Wood, a former chief of staff to Rep. Katie Porter (D-Calif.), had built a strong online presence during his Senate bid.
His departure narrows the Democratic field to Gov. Janet Mills and oyster farmer Graham Platner, both vying to unseat Collins. Wood’s pivot follows Rep. Jared Golden’s decision not to seek reelection in the 2nd District, opening the door to a competitive primary against former Secretary of State Matt Dunlap.
On the Republican side, former Gov. Paul LePage is the leading contender for the seat.
Nov 12, 2025 at 12:31 PM EST
Also in the news: Senate funding bill includes provision allowing lawsuits over data access
A little-noticed provision in the Senate’s bipartisan funding package could open the door for lawmakers to sue the federal government if their personal data was accessed without notification. The measure, passed Monday night as part of the deal to reopen the government, would retroactively apply to data requests made since January 1, 2022.
The language stands to benefit eight Republican senators whose phone records—excluding call and message contents—were obtained as part of the investigation that led to Special Counsel Jack Smith’s probe into the January 6 Capitol attack. Those senators include Lindsey Graham, Bill Hagerty, Josh Hawley, Dan Sullivan, Tommy Tuberville, Ron Johnson, Cynthia Lummis, and Marsha Blackburn.
While the bill does not mention Smith’s investigation directly, the September 2023 data request targeting the senators falls within the scope of the provision, potentially exposing the government to multimillion-dollar lawsuits.
Nov 12, 2025 at 12:08 PM EST
Rep. Spartz backs shutdown deal after opposing September resolution
Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) announced Wednesday that she will support the Senate’s bipartisan deal to reopen the federal government, marking a shift from her September vote against a similar stopgap measure.
Spartz, one of only two Republicans to oppose the earlier resolution, said she favors the current package because it avoids a year-end deadline. The deal includes three full-year appropriations bills and extends funding for the rest of the government through late January—sidestepping the holiday pressure that often accompanies major spending votes.
“We need to open the government, pay our military, and provide essential services,” Spartz wrote on X.
Nov 12, 2025 at 11:59 AM EST
GOP lawmaker who previously opposed shutdown resolution says she’ll vote for it
Rep. Victoria Spartz said Wednesday that she will now vote for the resolution deal to reopen the government, after she was one of just two Republicans to vote against the original resolution in September.
Spartz said she’d support the Senate deal, which includes three full-year spending bills and keeps the rest of the government open until late January, because it doesn’t have a deadline just before Christmas. Republicans frequently criticize expensive end-of-year spending bills designed to jam lawmakers just before they leave for the holidays.
“We need to open the government, pay our military, and provide essential services,” Spartz said in a post on X.
Nov 12, 2025 at 11:55 AM EST
Shutdown grounds nearly 900 flights as FAA cuts operations at major airports
Flight cancellations surged Wednesday as the federal government shutdown continued to strain air travel nationwide. By 11 a.m. ET, nearly 890 flights within the U.S. had been canceled and more than 750 delayed, according to tracking data.
Major airlines preemptively grounded hundreds of flights in response to the FAA’s emergency directive to reduce operations by 6% at 40 key airports. United Airlines led with 271 cancellations, followed by American Airlines with 200, Southwest with 145, and Delta with nearly 100 scrapped flights Tuesday.
The FAA’s order requires airlines to cut capacity by 10% by Friday, citing staffing shortages as air traffic controllers work without pay. Because cancellations must be finalized seven days in advance, affected flights cannot be easily reinstated—leaving travelers with limited options as delays mount.
Nov 12, 2025 at 11:41 AM EST
Speaker Johnson ‘optimistic’ about House vote to end shutdown
Speaker Mike Johnson said he was "optimistic" about the House vote on the GOP funding bill today, which could finally bring the longest government shutdown on record, to a close.
"We are very optimistic about the vote tally tonight," he told AP news. “We think this is going to happen and we’re sorry it took this long,” Johnson said.
Johnson sent House members for a seven-week break after the Senate were unable to agree on the funding bill. Democrat senators had refused to back the bill until the GOP included concessions for healthcare, but on Sunday, a small group of party members broke ranks to vote with Republicans to pass the legislation.
The vote has now been sent to the House.
Nov 12, 2025 at 11:20 AM EST
Speaker Johnson signals confidence ahead of shutdown vote, pledges busy legislative agenda
House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed optimism Wednesday morning about the expected vote to pass a funding bill that would reopen the federal government. “We’re very optimistic about the vote tally tonight—we think this is going to happen,” Johnson told reporters.
The vote comes after a prolonged recess, and Johnson emphasized that Republicans are prepared to resume work with an “aggressive” legislative calendar through the end of the year. “There’ll be some long days and nights here, some long working weeks, but we will get this thing back on track,” he said.
Nov 12, 2025 at 11:07 AM EST
Shutdown continues to strain air traffic control staffing at key hubs
Air traffic controllers remained short-staffed at two major facilities on Wednesday morning, as the government shutdown continued to disrupt travel nationwide.
The Federal Aviation Administration flagged staffing issues at the TRACON center managing flights in and out of Phoenix, with delays of up to an hour expected at Sky Harbor International Airport. Newark’s TRACON facility also faced shortages earlier in the day.
While staffing reports have declined—from 63 on Saturday to just five on Tuesday—Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said controllers are beginning to feel hopeful. “They’re coming into their facilities,” he noted, anticipating an end to the shutdown.
Since the shutdown began, the FAA has logged 643 staffing-related disruptions—over six times the number recorded during the same period last year.
Nov 12, 2025 at 10:54 AM EST
WATCH: Newsom is ‘not pleased’ with Democrat senators voting to end shutdown
Nov 12, 2025 at 10:41 AM EST
Holiday travel turmoil grows as shutdown grounds hundreds of flights
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned Wednesday that air travel disruptions could worsen if the federal government remains shuttered, compounding holiday travel stress for millions. His comments came as United Airlines announced nearly 300 flight cancellations in a single day, potentially affecting up to 8% of its schedule at major U.S. hubs.
Airports in New York, Chicago, Atlanta, Denver, Phoenix, Dallas, and Los Angeles are among the most brutal hit, as staffing shortages and operational slowdowns ripple through the aviation system.
Duffy urged swift congressional action to avoid further strain on travelers and the transportation workforce. “The longer this shutdown drags on, the harder it will be to recover,” he said.
Nov 12, 2025 at 10:28 AM EST
House sets evening votes on shutdown deal
The House of Representatives is slated to hold a procedural vote Wednesday evening on the Senate-approved bill to end the government shutdown, with final passage expected around 7 p.m., according to a notice from Majority Whip Tom Emmer.
The schedule remains subject to change as lawmakers navigate a packed agenda.
Following the vote, members are expected to depart Washington and reconvene on Monday, marking the end of a pivotal legislative week.
Nov 12, 2025 at 10:14 AM EST
Air travel recovery could be swift after shutdown ends, expert says
As the federal government shutdown nears its expected end, air traffic disruptions may ease faster than anticipated, according to retired United Airlines captain Kit Darby. Speaking to CNN’s Sara Sidner, Darby said the aviation system is well-positioned for a rapid rebound.
Unlike weather-related delays, which scatter crews and aircraft unpredictably, the FAA’s shutdown-related flight reductions were planned and targeted. “We know where those planes, those pilots, those flight attendants are,” Darby explained, noting that this logistical clarity will speed up recovery.
Darby predicted that most operations could resume within days, with full restoration possible by Thanksgiving if the shutdown is resolved this week. His comments offer a hopeful outlook for travelers facing weeks of cancellations and delays.
Nov 12, 2025 at 10:01 AM EST
Democrats push to add ACA subsidies to shutdown deal
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and fellow Democrats pledged Tuesday night to push for the inclusion of Affordable Care Act subsidy extensions in the bill to reopen the federal government. The subsidies, which help lower health insurance costs for millions, are set to expire at year’s end.
At a Capitol news conference, Jeffries criticized Republicans for their prolonged absence during the 54-day House recess. “House Republicans, welcome back from your taxpayer-funded seven-week vacation,” he said. “You now have an opportunity to actually take some action in this health care crisis.”
Rep. Jim McGovern, the top Democrat on the House Rules Committee, echoed the sentiment, accusing the GOP of abandoning their responsibilities. “I’m glad that you survived your two-month paid vacation while Democrats stayed in Washington to try to end the shutdown,” he said.
Democrats are expected to press for amendments during committee proceedings, aiming to tie health care relief to the broader funding package.
Nov 12, 2025 at 09:47 AM EST
Oakland bakery donates cakes to families hit by shutdown
As the government shutdown stretches on, Angel Cakes Bakery in Oakland is offering sweet relief to struggling families by giving away free cakes and cupcakes, as reported by KTVU. The worker-owned cooperative launched a GoFundMe campaign this week to sponsor baked goods for those unable to afford them. For every sponsored box, the bakery donates another.
“We thought if we can get the wider community involved to sponsor people, we could expand it,” said Kelly Peck, one of the bakery’s worker-owners.
Peck and fellow baker Morgan Noel were inspired to act after reading about the financial toll the shutdown has taken on families. Their goal: ensure no child misses a birthday cake or holiday dessert due to economic hardship.
The initiative also honors the memory of the bakery’s founder, Jen Angel, who was killed during a 2023 robbery. “It’s just time to pay back,” said Peck. “Now is the time.”
Angel Cakes hopes to expand the program into a recurring monthly effort, with outreach already underway to local food banks.
Nov 12, 2025 at 09:33 AM EST
Also in the news: House Democrats release Epstein emals allegin Trump knew of abuse
House Democrats on Wednesday released emails from Jeffrey Epstein that suggest the former financier believed President Donald Trump was aware of his abuse of underage girls. In one message, Epstein claimed Trump “spent hours at my house” with one of his victims and “knew about the girls,” according to documents reviewed by the House Oversight Committee.
The emails, sent after Epstein’s 2008 plea deal, include exchanges with Ghislaine Maxwell and author Michael Wolff. One 2011 message to Maxwell referred to Trump as “the dog that hasn’t barked,” while a 2019 email to Wolff alleged Trump asked Maxwell to stop her involvement.
Trump has denied any wrongdoing or knowledge of Epstein’s sex-trafficking operation, calling the renewed scrutiny a partisan “hoax.” The White House did not respond to requests for comment.
The release comes as the House prepares to vote to end the government shutdown and seat Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva, whose signature could force a vote demanding full disclosure of Epstein-related files. Democrats say the emails raise serious questions about the Trump administration’s handling of the case.
Nov 12, 2025 at 09:20 AM EST
FAA workers keep aviation running without pay amid shutdown strain
As the government shutdown drags on, roughly 19,000 Federal Aviation Administration employees—including 14,000 air traffic controllers and 5,000 equipment technicians—continue working without pay, keeping the nation’s aviation system afloat under mounting stress.
In recent days, a surge in unscheduled absences among controllers has led to hours-long flight delays. To manage the strain, the FAA cut flight operations at 40 airports, allowing reduced staff to maintain safety standards.
Amanda James, an FAA technician, expressed skepticism about the proposed funding deal. She and her husband, a veteran controller, have weathered previous shutdowns and prepared financially for this one. “We are here to ensure that the flying public is safe,” James said, “but the added stress—mental, emotional, financial—can be dangerous.”
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy called the situation a “crisis within aviation,” noting that the public feels the impact most when controllers aren’t paid. He said some are calling out in protest, others are working second jobs, and many are overwhelmed by uncertainty.
Despite the challenges, FAA staff continue to show up, sustaining critical infrastructure while awaiting resolution in Washington.
Nov 12, 2025 at 09:07 AM EST
FAA staffing improves as shutdown nears end, Newark sees isolated issue
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Air traffic control staffing showed signs of recovery Wednesday morning, with only one reported issue at the Federal Aviation Administration facility managing flights in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport. The problem occurred between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. ET, but the FAA said delays were not expected.
The Newark facility has long faced staffing challenges and reported the most disruptions during the ongoing government shutdown. However, the situation appears to be stabilizing. FAA operations noted just five staffing problems on Tuesday, a sharp drop from 40 on Monday and 63 on Saturday.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy credited growing optimism among controllers. “They’re seeing an end to the shutdown and feel more hopeful,” he said.
Since the shutdown began, the FAA has logged 642 staffing issues—over six times the number recorded during the same period last year. Air traffic controllers are classified as essential personnel and must work without pay until the government reopens.
Nov 12, 2025 at 09:03 AM EST
What you need to know today: House reconvenes after 54-day recess to vote on shutdown bill
The House of Representatives returns to session on Wednesday after a 54-day recess, poised to vote on legislation that would end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. The bill, which passed the Senate on Monday and has President Trump’s backing, would fund the government through January 30 and restore jobs and back pay for furloughed federal workers.
Speaker Mike Johnson faces a tight vote, with Republicans holding a narrow majority and most Democrats opposing the measure because it fails to extend expiring federal health care subsidies. Johnson has leaned on Trump’s support to rally his caucus, though past resistance from fiscal conservatives could complicate the outcome.
The House’s prolonged absence left federal agencies dormant, disrupted air travel, and halted food assistance for millions. Lawmakers are returning amid travel delays and mounting pressure to act.
Democrats will gain a vote with the swearing-in of Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva of Arizona, whose seating was delayed by Johnson. Her arrival could trigger a separate bipartisan petition demanding the release of Justice Department files related to Jeffrey Epstein—an issue the White House opposes and Republicans may soon have to confront.
Nov 12, 2025 at 08:50 AM EST
Donald Trump’s negative approval rating breaks unwanted record
President Donald Trump has now gone 20 days without recording a single positive approval rating in any major poll—the longest stretch of his second term so far.
According to data from RMG Research, the last time Trump held a net-positive approval rating was October 22, when the poll showed him narrowly above water. Since then, every subsequent survey has found more Americans disapproving than approving of his performance, marking an unprecedented run of negative polling.
Before this, the longest period without a positive rating was 14 days, between two RMG Research polls released on June 26 and July 10.
It comes as the government shutdown became the longest in history last week.
Full story: Donald Trump’s Negative Approval Rating Breaks Unwanted Record
Nov 12, 2025 at 08:37 AM EST
Longest U.S. government shutdowns: A historical breakdown
The United States has experienced several major government shutdowns, each reflecting deep partisan divides over spending and policy. The longest shutdown in history began on October 1, 2025, during President Donald Trump’s second term, lasting 43 days and surpassing all previous records.
Before that, the most extended shutdown occurred in 2018–2019, also under Trump, lasting 35 days amid a standoff over funding for U.S.–Mexico border barriers. In 1995–1996, a 21-day shutdown unfolded during President Bill Clinton’s administration, driven by disputes over proposed spending cuts.
President Barack Obama faced a 16-day shutdown in 2013, triggered by Republican opposition to the Affordable Care Act rollout. Aside from these four major events, the remaining seven shutdowns in U.S. history were brief, each lasting five days or fewer.
Nov 12, 2025 at 08:24 AM EST
Mike Johnson to swear in Adelita Grijalva after 50-day delay
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Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva of Arizona is set to be sworn into Congress on Wednesday, 50 days after winning a special election to fill the seat left vacant by her late father, Rep. Raúl Grijalva. House Speaker Mike Johnson’s office confirmed the ceremony as the chamber reconvenes following an extended recess.
Grijalva’s seating had been stalled despite multiple opportunities, public appeals, and a federal lawsuit filed by her and Arizona’s attorney general. The delay barred her from accessing Capitol resources and serving her district, prompting criticism from Democrats who accused Johnson of abusing his authority.
Johnson had argued that the House’s recess prevented the swearing-in, though no rule prohibits seating a duly elected member during a shutdown. He previously swore in two Republicans under similar conditions.
Grijalva’s arrival narrows the GOP’s slim majority and enables her to sign a bipartisan petition demanding a floor vote on releasing Justice Department files related to Jeffrey Epstein. Democrats say Johnson’s delay was politically motivated; he denies the claim.
Nov 12, 2025 at 08:11 AM EST
FAA cuts flights by 10% amid controller shortage during shutdown
A severe shortage of air traffic controllers during the government shutdown forced the Federal Aviation Administration to slash flight operations by 10% at 40 U.S. airports, triggering thousands of cancellations and delays nationwide.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy confirmed Tuesday that 15 to 20 controllers resigned during the shutdown. He said the remaining staff will receive 70% of their back pay within 48 hours of the government reopening. Staffing conditions have begun to improve, with only four critical triggers reported on Tuesday compared to 81 over the weekend.
The FAA also mandated a 6% reduction in domestic flights, compounding travel disruptions. Duffy, speaking from Chicago O’Hare, warned that full recovery will take time, even after the shutdown ends.
President Donald Trump proposed a $10,000 bonus for controllers who worked without interruption, while criticizing those who took time off, saying they should exit the profession without compensation.
Flight schedules will remain constrained until staffing returns to pre-shutdown levels.
Nov 12, 2025 at 07:58 AM EST
Uncommon knowledge: Trump’s shutdown victory has a reality check
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Shortly after the Senate moved to end the shutdown, Donald Trump declared victory: "He thought he could break the Republicans, and the Republicans broke him," he said of Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. The bill now heads to the House, with the White House saying it will sign it if it passes. The country, however, doesn’t feel victorious.
The University of Michigan reports consumer sentiment has slid back near its pandemic-era lows, with declines cutting across age, income, and party—except among households with sizable stock portfolios. That’s not the only warning sign. Flights are snarled after an FAA staffing squeeze forced 10 percent capacity cuts at 40 of the busiest airports, disruptions that airlines say have rippled to at least 3.2 million passengers. Back at ground level, heat is becoming a luxury for some Americans: with federal energy aid frozen, arrearages on household utility bills have swelled to $23 billion.
Most polls still say Republicans get the larger share of blame for America's longest shutdown, though responsibility is spread widely. But Trump’s win is still brinkmanship: Congress punted the fight over enhanced ACA premium tax credits that expire December 31, 2025—even as nearly all of the marketplace’s post-2020 enrollment surge has come from states he carried, a subsidy cliff poised to bite first in Trump country.
Full story: Uncommon Knowledge: Trump’s Shutdown Victory Has a Reality Check
Nov 12, 2025 at 07:45 AM EST
Flight cancellations mount as shutdown disrupts US airports
At least 878 flights were canceled across the United States early Wednesday, with major hubs in Chicago, Denver, and Atlanta leading the disruption, according to flight-tracking service FlightAware. Another 404 flights were delayed as of 5 a.m. ET.
Chicago O’Hare International Airport topped the list with 44 cancellations, followed closely by Denver International with 43 and Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson with 37.
The wave of cancellations continues a multi-day stretch of travel chaos, exacerbated by the federal government shutdown and new FAA directives requiring airlines to cut 6% of domestic flights. The timing coincided with FAA Administrator Duffy's visit to Chicago O’Hare, underscoring the agency’s heightened scrutiny of airport operations.
Travelers nationwide are facing mounting delays and uncertainty as the shutdown strains aviation infrastructure and staffing. With no immediate resolution in sight, disruptions are expected to persist.
Nov 12, 2025 at 07:32 AM EST
House reconvenes after 54-day hiatus with shutdown vote looming
The House of Representatives returns to session today for the first time in nearly two months, as lawmakers attempt to end the historic government shutdown. A final vote on the Senate’s funding deal is tentatively scheduled for around 7:15 p.m. ET, though procedural delays could push the decision into the early hours of Thursday.
House Speaker Mike Johnson has outlined a packed schedule:
- 12 p.m. ET — The House gavels in for legislative business after a 54-day pause.
- 4 p.m. ET — Johnson will ceremonially swear in Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva, an Arizona Democrat elected seven weeks ago.
- 5:10 p.m. ET (approx.) — Initial votes on the shutdown-ending measure begin, followed by one hour of debate.
- 7:15 p.m. ET (approx.) — Final votes are expected, though few lawmakers anticipate an early night.
The day marks a critical juncture in negotiations, with both parties under pressure to restore government operations and address the mounting fallout from the shutdown.
Nov 12, 2025 at 07:19 AM EST
Supreme Court extends freeze on $4B in SNAP aid amid shutdown talks
The U.S. Supreme Court has extended a hold on $4 billion in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, delaying aid for millions of low-income Americans as the government remains partially shut down.
In a 5–4 decision, the justices sided with President Donald Trump’s administration, preserving a block on lower court rulings that would have mandated full SNAP payments this month for 42 million recipients. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissented.
The administration argued that releasing full benefits now could derail a fragile bipartisan agreement between Republicans and eight Senate Democrats aimed at reopening the government. It urged the court to allow the political process to play out, warning that premature intervention could jeopardize negotiations.
The decision means families relying on food assistance will likely need to wait until Congress passes a comprehensive funding bill to restore full benefits. The delay adds pressure to lawmakers already facing criticism over the shutdown’s impact on vulnerable communities.
Nov 12, 2025 at 07:06 AM EST
Longest U.S. government shutdown nears end on day 43 with no clear winners
After 43 days of gridlock, the most extended government shutdown in U.S. history could end as early as Wednesday. Still, the resolution leaves both parties bruised and millions of Americans reeling from its impact.
Democrats failed to secure an extension of enhanced health insurance tax credits, a key demand tied to the Affordable Care Act coverage. Republicans, despite controlling Congress and the White House, absorbed significant public blame, reflected in polling and poor showings in recent state elections.
The shutdown’s toll was widespread: federal employees missed paychecks, travelers faced delays, and disruptions to nutrition assistance programs led to surging demand at food banks during the holiday season.
The tentative deal includes bipartisan funding for food aid, veterans services, and the legislative branch, with all other government spending extended through January. That gives lawmakers a narrow window to finalize remaining appropriations.
The impasse began over Democratic demands to preserve pandemic-era health subsidies set to expire in December. Without action, premiums could double for millions, and over 2 million Americans risk losing coverage, according to the Congressional Budget Office.
Republicans insisted on passing a funding bill before negotiating health provisions, offering only a future vote on the tax credit extension—an assurance many Democrats deemed insufficient.
The shutdown also intensified scrutiny of Democratic leadership, particularly Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who faced internal pressure after backing a previous funding bill. This time, Schumer demanded bipartisan talks, but Republicans bypassed him, working with a smaller group of Democrats to advance a short-term solution.
Public frustration mounted as both parties traded blame. A majority of Americans held Congress and President Trump responsible, with polling showing bipartisan culpability. November’s elections offered Democrats a morale boost, but failed to shift GOP strategy.
The CBO estimates permanent economic damage at $11 billion. But the deeper cost—missed paychecks, halted benefits, and eroded public trust—may linger far longer.
Nov 12, 2025 at 05:34 AM EST
Is the military getting paid November 15?
Even as the U.S. marked Veterans Day to thank military past and present for their service, military personnel were left wondering if they would be paid on November 15.
It remains uncertain that they will, but the shutdown is moving rapidly to its conclusion. If the House votes to end the shutdown in time, it's possible for the military to be paid on time, too.
So far, military personnel have not missed a paycheck since the government shutdown began. But the stopgap funds that had been used to cover them so far are running out.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CBS on October 26: “We were able to pay the military employees from excess funds at the Pentagon, middle of this month. I think we’ll be able to pay them beginning in November. But by November 15 our troops and service members who are willing to risk their lives aren’t going to be able to get paid.”
Read more about the issue from Newsweek's Alia Shoaib.
Nov 12, 2025 at 05:22 AM EST
When will the House vote on the government shutdown?
It's not clear exactly when the U.S. House of Representatives will vote on the continuing resolution sent down by the U.S. Senate, a stopgap funding bill that will temporarily reopen the federal government while negotiations on a full package of congressional appropriations take place.
But it could happen as early as Wednesday afternoon.
Much depends on how quickly Congressmembers, particularly those who make up the Republican majority, can return to Washington D.C. amid the travel chaos caused by the shutdown. They have been in recess since mid-September.
GOP House Speaker Mike Johnson wants to make sure he has all the votes he needs to pass the bill as he calls the chamber back into session. But as soon as he is sure, he will take to the floor for the vote.
For now, there is no legislative activity listed on the House schedule for Wednesday, November 12. That could quickly change.
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