Senate approves government funding, House set to vote amid partisan disputes

The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on a bill to reopen the federal government after a 42-day shutdown, with Speaker Mike Johnson aiming for a Wednesday afternoon vote. While President Trump praised the potential end of the shutdown, Democrats, led by Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, oppose the bill due to the lack of Affordable Care Act subsidy extensions. Amid staffing shortages, the FAA has ordered airlines to cut flights, causing widespread delays, while families reliant on government benefits face uncertainty. Although Republicans have promised a December vote on ACA subsidies, they seek to include tighter abortion restrictions, potentially leading to another shutdown when government funding expires in January.