Summary
The U.S. federal government shutdown has now become the longest in history, surpassing the previous record. The shutdown began because Democrats and Republicans could not agree on a funding bill, impacting millions who rely on federal services. Talks are ongoing to reach a solution and reopen the government.
Key Facts
- The shutdown started on October 1 and has now broken the record for the longest in U.S. history.
- It started because Democrats and Republicans could not agree on a budget, mainly over healthcare tax credits and Medicaid cuts.
- More than 42 million Americans did not receive new SNAP benefits on October 1.
- Federal judges ruled that SNAP funding must continue, but the process is delayed.
- President Trump stated on social media that SNAP benefits would resume only when Democrats open the government.
- President Trump suggested ending the filibuster to pass bills without a 60-vote requirement in the Senate, but Republican senators opposed this idea.
- A poll found 50% of Americans blame Republicans for the shutdown, while 43% blame Democrats.
- Negotiations continue as both political parties aim to reach a compromise to end the shutdown.
