Trump funds government for six months, cuts non-defense spending

President Donald Trump has signed a bill funding the government for six months, avoiding a shutdown. The legislation maintains funding levels from Joe Biden's presidency but includes some changes, such as a $13 billion cut in non-defense spending and a $6 billion increase in defense spending. The Senate passed the bill with a 54-46 vote, with some Democratic senators supporting it despite opposition from their party. Democrats expressed concerns that the bill underfunds key services and gives Trump more control over federal spending. The House also approved the funding bill earlier in the week, marking a significant achievement for Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson, who united Republicans to pass the measure without Democratic support.