Summary
The U.S. government shutdown continues as both political parties disagree on terms to reopen it. Democrats want health care subsidies included before they vote, while Republicans want funding assured first. Federal workers are affected either by working without pay or being temporarily laid off.
Key Facts
- The U.S. government is shut down because of disagreements between political parties.
- Democrats want health care subsidies included before agreeing to vote.
- Republicans insist on securing funding before any negotiations.
- Federal workers are either not paid while working or are temporarily laid off.
- President Trump has suggested some cuts to federal jobs might be permanent.
- The shutdown began overnight and continues into the next day.
