Government Stays Open, Grant Rule Paused | Pierre News

Congress just bought itself a temporary reprieve, extending government funding until December 11th with a continuing resolution that keeps everything running as-is—no major spending changes. The deal also pauses a controversial Trump-era rule on federal grants, which Democrats feared would let political appointees override merit-based decisions. While Republicans like Senator Collins worried it added bureaucracy and hurt small communities, the compromise keeps the status quo for now. Plus, key programs like WIC and the Highway Trust Fund stay funded, ensuring vital support for families and infrastructure. It’s not a fix-all—but it buys lawmakers crucial time before elections. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0f58c72bbca5fc7f