FameEX Hot Topics | US Shutdown Lifts, Cryptocurrency Development Rolls On

President Donald Trump signed a crucial funding bill into law on Wednesday, officially ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, which lasted a record 43 days. The legislation, passed by the House of Representatives earlier that day after clearing the Senate on Monday, immediately reopened federal agencies and restored operations. Trump acted swiftly, signing the bill just hours after congressional approval to ensure government functions resumed without further delay. The shutdown, triggered by partisan disputes over budget priorities, had disrupted services.

A key impasse during negotiations centered on healthcare funding, with Democrats advocating for increased support and Republicans preferring to address the matter post-passage. Following the signing, Trump signaled openness to bipartisan collaboration on healthcare reforms. “I’m always willing to work with anyone, including the other party,” he stated, emphasizing potential for significant improvements. “We’ll work on something having to do with health care. We can do a lot better.” This olive branch hints at possible cross-aisle negotiations in the coming weeks.

The funding measure provides temporary relief, securing government operations only until January 30 and allowing additional time for Democrats and Republicans to negotiate comprehensive budget plans for 2026. Such shutdowns have become a recurring challenge in recent years, underscoring deep divisions in Congress. The brief extension aims to prevent immediate recurrence while lawmakers tackle broader fiscal issues.

The government’s reopening directly benefits cryptocurrency oversight, as employees return to agencies like the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Crypto ETF issuers, eagerly awaiting SEC decisions on spot-crypto exchange-traded fund applications, anticipate resumed progress. However, markets showed little enthusiasm; Bitcoin prices remained largely unchanged, reflecting muted investor reaction to the shutdown’s resolution amid ongoing regulatory uncertainty.

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