The US Congress has successfully passed a spending bill, ending a 43-day government shutdown that became the longest in history. The House of Representatives voted 222 to 209 in favor of the bill, which funds the government until January 2026. The shutdown stemmed from disagreements between Democrats and Republicans over healthcare subsidies related to the Affordable Care Act. The impasse left many federal employees unpaid and caused significant disruptions, including long lines at food banks. Despite the bill's passage, tensions persist, with Democrats vowing to continue fighting for the extension of health insurance subsidies. The political landscape remains divided, as some moderate Democrats broke ranks to support the Republican-led deal.