Trump signs six-month government funding bill

President Donald Trump has signed a bill that funds the government until the end of September, preventing a partial shutdown. The legislation passed the Senate with a 54-46 vote, with some Democratic support despite internal party opposition. The new funding bill reduces non-defense spending by $13 billion and increases defense spending by $6 billion. Overall, it maintains spending levels set during Joe Biden's presidency, totaling nearly $1.7 trillion. The bill's passage marks a significant achievement for Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson, as it was passed without Democratic support in the House. Senate Democrats debated the bill, fearing a shutdown would allow the Trump administration to cut essential services.