A partial U.S. government shutdown that began on January 31, 2026, could be resolved soon as lawmakers work to approve a bipartisan funding package.
The Senate has already passed the deal, and the House of Representatives is preparing to vote, with leadership confident that enough support exists to restore full government operations.
The shutdown was triggered when Congress failed to pass remaining federal funding bills before the previous continuing resolution expired.
Disagreements centered on funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and related agencies, as lawmakers clashed over immigration enforcement policies and oversight measures. While the Senate approved a bipartisan funding plan, the House had not voted in time, leaving portions of the government without appropriations.
President Trump said lawmakers are “pretty close” to reaching an agreement, signaling optimism after days of political deadlock.
Essential services such as Social Security payments and national defense remain operational, but some non-essential government functions and key economic releases, including the January jobs report, have been delayed.
House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed confidence that the shutdown could be resolved quickly, possibly by Tuesday, once the House votes on the Senate-approved package. Lawmakers have emphasized bipartisan cooperation to avoid further disruption and minimize the impact on markets and public services.
Analysts say that a swift resolution would relieve uncertainty for both financial markets and citizens reliant on government services, but the exact timing depends on the House vote and any last-minute negotiations.
