Welcome to our coverage of the US shutdown and the latest on Donald Trump

Thank you for joining us as we cover a big day in American politics.

Today, the House of Representatives, the second chamber of the US Congress, is expected to vote on a funding bill that would end the ongoing, record shutdown of the US government.

Context: A historical shutdown

The shutdown is the 11th in the country's modern history and - as of last Wednesday - the longest, entering its 43rd day today.

The impasse has had huge implications for normal Americans as several federal agencies have temporarily ceased services and government workers have been furloughed or working without pay.

Senate passes deal

The Republican funding bill for Donald Trump's government got bogged down in the Senate - as usual due to political haggling between the parties.

Democrats wanted it to include tax credits for health insurance, which the Republicans rejected.

However, eight Democrats crossed party lines on Sunday and the bill passed the Senate on Monday - leaving the House as the final obstacle to be cleared.

Donald Trump has described the looming end to the shutdown as a"very big victory" for the Republicans.

Stay with us throughout the evening for the latest developments and analysis from our US team.