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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.
Trump Opens Door to Health Care Negotiations as Government Shutdown Enters Sixth Day
Oct 07, 2025 12:22 pm CST
President Trump signals potential willingness to negotiate with Democrats on health care subsidies amid the ongoing government shutdown, while both parties remain entrenched in their positions. The stalemate continues to impact federal services with Republicans demanding Democrats pass a temporary funding bill and Democrats insisting on addressing healthcare subsidies that affect millions of Americans.
US Government Shutdown Looms as Trump Meets Congressional Leaders in Last-Ditch Negotiations
Sep 29, 2025 11:45 pm CST
President Trump is meeting with key congressional leaders at the White House in a final attempt to prevent a US government shutdown as the Tuesday deadline approaches. Without an agreement, hundreds of thousands of federal employees will go unpaid and essential services will be disrupted, with both parties attempting to leverage the crisis for their policy priorities.