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US Government Shutdown Breaks Historic Record: Economic Impact and Political Deadlock Explained
Nov 06, 2025 12:24 am CST
The United States is experiencing its longest government shutdown in history at 36 days, surpassing the previous 35-day record. The impasse stems from Democratic demands to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits versus Republican resistance. With $7 billion in economic losses already incurred, 42 million Americans losing food assistance, and 1.4 million federal workers affected, the shutdown showcases the deep political divide with no resolution in sight despite 14 failed Senate votes.
US Government Shutdown: 750,000 Federal Employees Facing Furlough as Funding Negotiations Collapse
Oct 02, 2025 10:34 pm CST
The US government shutdown continues as funding negotiations between Democrats and the Trump administration collapse, leaving approximately 750,000 federal employees facing furlough. Senate Democrats are demanding extended health care subsidies while the White House warns of imminent public sector layoffs. Essential workers may be forced to work without pay as federal agencies wind down services until a compromise can be reached.
US Government Shutdown 2025: Causes, Impacts, and What Services Will Continue Operating
Oct 01, 2025 02:06 pm CST
The 2025 US government shutdown has officially begun after Democrats rejected a Republican funding proposal that didn't address healthcare subsidies. Essential services like healthcare, border protection, and Social Security payments will continue, while approximately 750,000 federal workers face furlough. President Trump has escalated tensions by threatening permanent dismissals of federal employees, adding uncertainty to an already complex situation that analysts estimate could reduce economic growth by 0.1-0.2 percentage points per week.