#PartialGovernmentShutdownEnds: U.S. Federal Government Resumes Operations

The brief partial U.S. federal government shutdown that began on January 31, 2026, has officially ended after lawmakers reached a funding agreement. The House narrowly approved the federal spending package on February 3, which the President signed into law, allowing most government operations to resume.
The shutdown occurred due to a delay in passing full-year appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), where debates over immigration enforcement policy caused a temporary funding lapse. While most departments are fully funded through September 30, 2026, DHS received only a two-week continuing resolution, leaving negotiations ongoing.
Even though the shutdown lasted just a few days, it caused furloughs, delayed reports, and slowed certain government services. Federal employees affected by the shutdown are guaranteed back pay once funding is enacted.
Looking ahead, the focus remains on DHS funding negotiations, which must be resolved by February 13, 2026, to avoid potential future disruptions. The quick resolution shows that compromise is possible, but political risks and policy disagreements remain.
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