Government Shutdown Averted with Last-Second Deal, Business World Celebrates

Congress has passed a short-term spending bill to avert a government shutdown, funding the government for 45 days through November 17. The bill was signed into law by President Biden and received overwhelming support in both the Senate and the House. The measure ensures that active-duty troops will continue to be paid, travelers will be spared airport delays, and vital nutrition assistance programs will continue. Notably absent from the bill is funding for Ukraine, which was sought by Democrats but opposed by many Republicans.