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Congress remains deadlocked on ending shutdown as airlines forced to cancel flights

Congress remains deadlocked on ending shutdown as airlines forced to cancel flights

Summary

Airlines in the U.S. canceled close to 800 flights due to a long government shutdown. The shutdown continues because Congress and President Trump have not reached an agreement.

Key Facts

  • U.S. airlines canceled nearly 800 flights at major airports.
  • The cancellations affected 40 airports.
  • The cancellations were due to the ongoing government shutdown.
  • The shutdown is the longest in U.S. history.
  • Congress and President Trump have not found a solution to end the shutdown.

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