President Donald Trump has officially signed a short-term funding bill that secures the operation of federal agencies through the end of the fiscal year, preventing a partial government shutdown just hours before the deadline.
The legislation, passed by both chambers of Congress this week, keeps spending levels close to $1.7 trillion. While most allocations remain stable, the package provides an additional $6 billion for the military and reduces non-defense expenditures by $13 billion.
The Senate gave its final approval on Friday with a 54–46 vote. While the majority of Democrats rejected the bill, ten crossed the aisle to support it. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer was among those who allowed the bill to proceed, citing the importance of avoiding a shutdown. The Republican-led House had earlier advanced the bill without Democratic backing.
President Trump’s administration welcomed the result, calling it a necessary step to ensure continuity and fiscal responsibility. House Speaker Mike Johnson, who pushed the bill through with strong GOP support, praised the outcome as a win for stability and national priorities.
Though the bill offers temporary relief, lawmakers now face a new deadline at the end of September. As political tensions remain high, the next round of negotiations is expected to be more contentious, especially as debates over long-term defense and domestic spending plans intensify.
