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The shutdown has ended – but this economist isn’t rejoicing quite yet

After 43 days, the U.S. government shutdown finally came to an end late on Nov. 12, 2025, when Congress voted through a long-overdue funding bill, which President Donald Trump promptly signed.

The Conversation

Scott Bessent Says Democrats Wanted To Stop Trump Agenda At Any Cost: 'The Shutdown Was Never About Healthcare'

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday accused Democrats of engineering the record U.S. government shutdown to damage President Donald Trump politically, arguing the fight was "never about healthcare" and predicting the economy will roar back once Washington reopens for business.

Benzinga

Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Range-Bound Even As Longest Government Shutdown Nears End; Analytics Firm 'Bullish' On This Key BTC Metric

Leading cryptocurrencies traded flat overnight on Wednesday, while stock futures climbed after the House approved a bill to end the 43-day government shutdown.

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Trump signs bill ending longest government shutdown in history which disrupted air travel and food benefits for millions

The signing comes after the government was shut down for almost 43 days and the president urged senators to end the filibuster if the gridlocked negotiations didn’t move forward

The Independent UK

Trump signs funding bill to end longest US government shutdown

President signs bill to restart federal operations after House passes measure in 222-209 vote

The Guardian - US

Trump's Approval Rating Hits New Low: Voters Blame Republican Party For Government Shutdown

President Donald Trump‘s approval rating has hit a new second-term low in a new poll, with the government shutdown weighing heavily on voters’ minds.

Benzinga

Fed 'Flying Blind' As Shutdown Erases October Jobs, Inflation Reports

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history is set to end within hours—but it's already left a lasting scar on the economy's data map since two of the most vital inputs for the Federal Reserve won't be released.

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Trump signs spending bill to end longest government shutdown - Roll Call

With the vote falling mostly along party lines, the House sent the Senate-approved bill to President Donald Trump’s desk.

Roll Call

Dow Climbs 327 Points, Crosses 48,000: Stock Market Today

Markets are pricing the end of the longest government shutdown in history – and another solid set of quarterly earnings.

Kiplinger

Options Corner: Delta Air Lines Just Flashed A Rare Quant Signal As Washington Moves To Reopen

Delta Air Lines Inc (NYSE:DAL) and its sector peers received a substantial demand boost during the midweek session as progress on a U.S. government shutdown deal points to a potential alleviation of disruptions in the air travel space. However, the real news for data-driven options traders is that DAL stock…

Benzinga

Dollar Slightly Higher as US Government Shutdown End Nears

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rose by +0.06%. The dollar posted modest gains on Wednesday after hawkish comments from Atlanta Fed President Bostic, who said he favored keeping interest rates steady. Weakness in the yen is also supportive of the dollar, as the yen fell to a 9.25-month...

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White House Says DoorDash Reports Shows Trump Helping To 'Make America Affordable Again,' Gets Community Noted On X

With the federal government shutdown leading to less economic data reports being shared with the public, a new savior may have emerged. Food delivery company DoorDash Inc. (NASDAQ:DASH) released a report showing price and inflation trends, and the White House is loving it.

Benzinga

By the Numbers: The government shutdown's toll on air travel in the US

In the fallout of the ongoing government shutdown, thousands of flights have been canceled and major airports are experiencing long delays

The Independent UK

Tribes that restored buffalo are killing some to feed people because of the shutdown

A pending deal to end the government shutdown is too late for about 30 bison on the Fort Peck reservation in northern Montana

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With their government contracts in limbo, small businesses await a historic shutdown's end

The end of the longest U.S. government shutdown in history would be a relief for small businesses that depend on federal contracts or funding

The Conversation

Community health centers provide care for 1 in 10 Americans, but funding cuts threaten their survival

Affordable health care was the primary point of contention in the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, which hit 43 days on Nov. 12, 2025.

The Independent UK

Trump insists he ‘knows nothing’ about ‘the girls’ mentioned in Epstein’s emails in new comments: Recap

‘I know nothing about that. They would have announced that a long time ago,’ Trump said on Air Force One about the recently released emails from Epstein’s estate

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John Fetterman Dismisses Criticism From Dems Over His Support For Ending The Govt. Shutdown: 'I Don't Need a Lecture'

Senator John Fetterman dismissed criticism from fellow Democrats over his support for a deal to end the government shutdown.

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Airlines are 'optimistic' about quick recovery ahead of Thanksgiving as US government shutdown ends

An estimated 5.2 million passengers have been affected by staffing-related delays or cancellations since the government shutdown began on 1 October.

Euronews

European shares hit record highs on US shutdown progress

European stocks rallied to new record highs as optimism grew over a US government shutdown resolution and strong corporate earnings. Gains were led by healthcare and luxury sectors, while UK bond yields rose amid political uncertainties. Currency and commodity markets showed mixed signals.

Benzinga

Ross Gerber Says Private Plane Restrictions Helped End Government Shutdown As Business Aviation Boomed In October

Investment firm Gerber Kawasaki's co-founder, Ross Gerber, thinks the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) restrictions on private planes may have had a hand in the recent bipartisan agreement to end the government shutdown.

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S&P Futures Climb as U.S. Government Shutdown Nears End, Fed Speak on Tap

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are trending up +0.35% this morning as optimism that the U.S. government shutdown is nearing an end boosted sentiment.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Head Start closures during government shutdown add to state’s child care woes

Hundreds of families lost child care when certain programs weren’t funded earlier this month, and scores more may be affected if Congress doesn’t fund the government by Dec. 1.

The Guardian - US

US House begins voting on bill that could end longest ever government shutdown

House Democrats vow to vote no but Republican leaders optimistic legislation to reopen government will pass

Roll Call

Senate payouts unnerve some in House GOP ahead of shutdown vote - Roll Call

A Senate provision in a spending package to end the shutdown has rattled House Republicans and given new political ammunition to Democrats.

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