Longest U.S. Government Shutdown Ends After 43 Days

President Donald Trump signed a bill on Wednesday to reopen the federal government. This action ends a partial shutdown that lasted 43 days, making it the longest in American history. The shutdown’s full economic impact is still unknown. However, early estimates indicate it cost the U.S. economy $14 billion in lost growth. The agreement to fund the government has caused tension among some Democrats. Several party members expressed anger, believing their leaders gave in to political pressure.