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House votes to end the longest shutdown in history

By Deirdre Walsh
Published November 12, 2025 at 4:41 PM EST
U.S. Capitol Building Dome, Washington D.C. Original image from Carol M. Highsmith’s America, Library of Congress collection. Digitally enhanced by rawpixel.
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U.S. Capitol Building Dome, Washington D.C. Original image from Carol M. Highsmith’s America, Library of Congress collection. Digitally enhanced by rawpixel.

The House has voted on a bill to end the government shutdown after 43 days. President Trump is expected to sign the bill on Wednesday night, paving the way for many federal workers to return to work.

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Deirdre Walsh
Deirdre Walsh is the congress editor for NPR's Washington Desk.
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