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Longest federal shutdown ends with three-month funding bill: What's next?
The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history has ended with a three-month funding bill, resuming normal operations and allowing furloughed workers to return. While airlines and the USDA work to restore services, political blame is exchanged between parties, with Republicans and Democrats holding each other responsible for the shutdown. The temporary funding deal lacks healthcare reforms, sparking internal Democratic debate, while Republicans promise a vote on extending ACA tax credits. President Trump suggests direct payments to Americans, as government funding is set to expire again at the end of January.