In a dramatic but all too familiar last-minute effort to prevent a government shutdown, Congress passed a temporary funding bill early Saturday, extending federal operations through March 2025. The bipartisan measure excluded President-elect Donald Trump’s push for a debt ceiling increase, an omission that significantly shaped the outcome after intense negotiations.

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House Speaker Mike Johnson managed to rally support in the House, securing a decisive 366-34 vote despite opposition from conservative factions within his party. The Senate followed with an 85-11 vote, avoiding disruptions to federal operations. The bill includes $100 billion for disaster relief and $10 billion for farmers but delays addressing the debt ceiling until next year, setting up contentious debates as the GOP prepares to take full control of Congress and the White House.

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