US Government Shutdown: Senate Deadlock Continues as Federal Crisis Extends into Next Week

Oct 04, 2025 12:49 am CST

The US government shutdown continues as Senate prepares for a fourth vote on Republican funding proposal with little hope of success. Federal agencies remain unfunded since Wednesday, with 750,000 employees facing furlough as Democrats demand healthcare subsidy extensions and Republicans refuse to address the issue. Political tensions escalate as President Trump threatens permanent layoffs while public opinion increasingly blames Republicans for the congressional gridlock.