Summary
The U.S. government shutdown has become the longest in the nation's history, lasting 36 days. This shutdown has caused disruptions such as unpaid federal workers and delays at airports, with ongoing disagreements between President Trump and Democrats over healthcare funding.
Key Facts
- The shutdown has lasted 36 days, making it the longest in U.S. history.
- Federal workers are working without pay, affecting services nationwide.
- Airport delays are increasing due to unpaid staff, raising concerns over air travel disruptions.
- President Trump and Democrats are in a standoff over healthcare funding.
- Democrats want a deal on healthcare before ending the shutdown.
- A bipartisan group proposed a framework to lower health insurance costs.
- President Trump threatened to cut off a food aid program during the shutdown, but courts blocked this move.
- There are no scheduled discussions between President Trump and Democrats to end the impasse.
