Trump signs deal to end historic 43-day US government shutdown
The longest government shutdown in US history has come to an end after 43 days. President Donald Trump signed a spending bill, setting the stage for the resumption of key services until Jan 30 next year. He said the bill sends a clear message that the Republicans will never give in to what he calls "extortion". The House of Representatives passed the package with 222 votes for and 209 against. Several Democrats broke ranks to support the legislation. Simon Marks reports from Washington DC.
The longest government shutdown in US history has come to an end after 43 days. President Donald Trump signed a spending bill, setting the stage for the resumption of key services until Jan 30 next year. He said the bill sends a clear message that the Republicans will never give in to what he calls "extortion". The House of Representatives passed the package with 222 votes for and 209 against. Several Democrats broke ranks to support the legislation. Simon Marks reports from Washington DC.
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