US House Votes to Reopen Government, Sets Stage for Final Showdown

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The US House of Representatives took a crucial step towards ending the 43-day government shutdown on Wednesday, passing H. Res. 873 with a narrow margin of 213-209 votes. The resolution sets the rules for a swift vote on the Senate's government funding bill, which will keep the government running until January 30, 2026. The House passed the resolution along strict party lines, with all 213 Republican votes in favor and all 209 Democratic votes against. This move allows the House to expedite discussions and move directly to a final up-or-down vote on the Senate's bill. If the bill is approved, it will be sent to President Donald Trump for signature, effectively ending the shutdown. The final vote on the Senate's spending bill is expected to take place on Wednesday, starting at 5 p.m. ET, with the House Majority Leader confirming the schedule. The resolution, H. Res. 873, limits debate to one hour, blocks any amendments, and allows a symbolic protest vote from Democrats. This sets the stage for a final showdown, with the fate of the government hanging in the balance.