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When will the US government shutdown end?

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The US government shutdown is now the longest in history, with no immediate end in sight. Both parties remain entrenched, though some lawmakers suggest a resolution could occur within the week if negotiations progress. The shutdown will continue until an agreement is reached, but no specific end date is provided in the available reports.

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U.S. shutdown enters 35th day, tied for longest in American history

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  • The U.S. government shutdown has reached 35 days, tying the record for the longest in the country's history.
  • Congress remains deadlocked, with Democrats demanding healthcare funding and Republicans insisting it be negotiated separately. 10s
  • The shutdown has left tens of thousands of federal workers without pay and threatens food assistance programs, though a court ruling led to partial payments as a temporary solution. 42s
  • President Trump has urged Republicans to end the Senate filibuster to allow budgets to pass with a simple majority, but this proposal faces resistance and procedural hurdles. 1m 52s
  • Changing the filibuster rule is unlikely due to lack of sufficient Senate support, and some Republicans are concerned about future implications if Democrats regain control. 3m 11s
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U.S. shutdown enters 35th day, tied for longest in American history
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Al Jazeera
3 days ago
U.S. shutdown enters 35th day, tied for longest in American history

The shutdown ties the record length and will set a new record if it continues tomorrow. There is little sign of imminent agreement, and the deadlock persists.

U.S. government shutdown nears historic record
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CBS America
3 days ago
U.S. government shutdown nears historic record

Senate Majority Leader John Thune suggested a resolution could pass this week, but no immediate end is expected. The shutdown continues until an agreement is reached.

Trump administration will partially restore food benefit funding
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CBC News
4 days ago
Trump administration will partially restore food benefit funding

There is no sign the shutdown could end soon. Both sides appear more dug in than ever, and it is likely to become the longest shutdown in U.S. history.

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