Winners, losers, and the lasting cost of the U.S. shutdown
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The longest shutdown in U.S. history has hit ordinary Americans hardest – millions of federal workers unpaid, flights disrupted, and food aid suspended for millions of low-income families. Politically, the picture is murkier.
Breakdown
- Millions of federal workers went unpaid, flights were disrupted, and food aid for 42 million Americans was affected. 7s
- Eight Democratic senators joined Republicans to pass a temporary funding deal, causing internal party conflict. 27s
- Democrats did not achieve their goal of including health care subsidies in the budget and accepted a previous Republican offer. 44s
- Political scientists argue that shutdowns are bipartisan failures, though one party often receives more blame; in this case, Republicans may be blamed for removing ACA subsidies. 1m 3s
- Health care and economic concerns remain top issues for voters as politicians prepare for future budget fights and midterm elections. 1m 35s