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Is the US shutdown over?

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The US government shutdown is not over. It has entered its 40th day, making it the longest in US history, with no agreement reached between Republicans and Democrats. Negotiations remain stalled, and there is no indication of an imminent resolution. Essential services and federal worker pay continue to be affected as both parties remain entrenched in their positions.

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Longest government shutdown in U.S. history enters 40th day

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  • The U.S. government shutdown has reached its 40th day, with senators holding a rare weekend session.
  • The shutdown, caused by a dispute over health care funding, has disrupted flights, left federal workers unpaid, and threatened food assistance. 9s
  • Senate Republicans need five Democratic votes to reopen the government, which is now the longest shutdown in U.S. history. 20s
  • Democrats want to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies, while Republicans seek to end them but may accept a later vote on the issue. 27s
  • Speaker Mike Johnson has not committed to a health vote, and President Trump has stated he is unwilling to compromise soon. 55s
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Longest government shutdown in U.S. history enters 40th day
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Euronews
1 day ago
Longest government shutdown in U.S. history enters 40th day

The U.S. government shutdown continued into its 40th day on Sunday, with senators holding a rare weekend session in Washington. Negotiations remain stalled, and there is no deal to reopen the government.

No end in sight for longest government shutdown in U.S. history
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Al Jazeera
2 days ago
No end in sight for longest government shutdown in U.S. history

With government payments halted, Capitol Hill remains at a standstill, and the effects of the shutdown are spreading as neither Republicans nor Democrats show signs of compromise.

Senate convenes for crucial vote as government shutdown enters Day 38
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CBS America
3 days ago
Senate convenes for crucial vote as government shutdown enters Day 38

The government shutdown is the top issue for Congress as the Senate prepares for its 15th vote on funding, but there is no resolution yet. Frustration grows as another funding deadline approaches.

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