News Wrap: At 35 days, government shutdown ties record for longest in history
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.
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