Summary
The U.S. government shutdown has reached its 35th day, tying the record for the longest shutdown in the nation's history. Meanwhile, the United Nations highlights a worsening conflict in Sudan, and the U.S. is sending emergency aid to Caribbean countries affected by Hurricane Melissa.
Key Facts
- The U.S. government shutdown has lasted 35 days.
- This ties the record for the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated that the conflict in Sudan is getting out of control.
- Paramilitary forces have taken control of a key city in the Darfur region of Sudan.
- The U.S. State Department is providing $24 million in emergency aid.
- The aid is for Jamaica, Haiti, the Bahamas, and Cuba.
- The aid comes in response to the damages caused by Hurricane Melissa.
