President Joe Biden signed a government funding bill that avoids a shutdown and provides three months of continued federal funding. The legislation, which passed overwhelmingly in both the House (366-34) and Senate (85-11), also includes disaster relief and farm aid. The bipartisan support reflects a desire to prevent disruptions for federal employees ahead of Christmas. The week leading up to the bill’s signing involved chaotic negotiations, with former President Trump influencing the funding discussions. Trump insisted on a two-year suspension of the debt limit, which was ultimately excluded from the final bill, highlighting ongoing challenges within the Republican party.
