House votes to end the longest shutdown in history

By Deirdre Walsh

Published November 12, 2025 at 3:41 PM CST

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.

Deirdre Walsh

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

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