US President Donald Trump on Wednesday night signed a bill to reopen the federal government, ending the longest shutdown in American history.

Speaking at the White House, Trump said, “I just want to tell you, the country has never been in better shape.” He added that the temporary funding lapse occurred because Democrats believed it would benefit them politically. “It’s an honour now to sign this incredible bill and get our country working again,” he said during the signing ceremony.

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Earlier in the week, the US Senate approved legislation to end the shutdown and restore funding to federal agencies. On Wednesday, the bill passed the House of Representatives in a 222–209 vote, with six Democrats joining Republicans in support. Trump signed it into law shortly after the House

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