Senate passes funding bill before shutdown deadline

The Senate passed a six-month funding bill with a 54-46 vote, just hours before a government shutdown deadline. The bill, which now goes to President Trump for signing, reflects significant Democratic frustration over limited input in its drafting. Democrats faced a choice between supporting the bill or risking a shutdown. Ultimately, some Democrats backed the bill to avoid a lapse in funding, despite concerns it gives Trump more control over spending decisions. The legislation trims nondefense spending by $13 billion and increases defense spending by $6 billion. It also includes a separate bill to maintain D.C.'s budget at 2025 levels, preventing a $1.1 billion cut.