The United States President, Joe Biden, on Thursday signed a temporary spending bill, preventing a government shutdown.

He said that the bill was important for the country but called for urgent need to do more.

This was disclosed on the verified X handle of the President Of America, On Friday, November 17.

The President also urged Congress to address the country’s national security and domestic needs.

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“The government must remain open until after the holiday season”, he said.

Biden’s statement read, “Last night I signed a bill preventing a government shutdown. It’s an important step but we have more to do.

“I urge Congress to address our national security and domestic needs — and House Republicans to stop wasting time on extreme bills and honor our bipartisan budget agreement”.