Overview
- The Senate approved a short-term funding extension with eight Democrats joining Republicans after weeks of failed negotiations.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson urged lawmakers to return immediately, with the narrow Republican majority allowing little margin for absences.
- Air traffic control shortages prompted a 10% reduction in operations at the 40 largest airports, contributing to more than 1,200 cancellations and about 3,200 delays on Tuesday.
- Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned of potential measures against repeat absences as President Trump pledged to dock pay for no-shows and offer $10,000 bonuses to those who report to work.
- Flight disruptions complicated lawmakers’ return to Washington for the vote, and industry leaders warned recovery of airline schedules will take time even after funding is restored.