Government shutdown becomes longest in US history as impact felt nationwide:
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Longest U.S. Shutdown Disrupts Millions NationwideThe shutdown hits 36 days, causing flight delays and unpaid federal workers amid stalled healthcare funding talks.
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- The U.S. government shutdown has become the longest ever at 36 days, affecting millions across the country.
- Critical federal services like food assistance are cut, while airport delays worsen and many federal employees work without pay.
- President Trump refuses to negotiate on healthcare spending until the government reopens, escalating the deadlock.
- Amid ongoing stalemate, moderate lawmakers propose a bipartisan plan to reduce health insurance costs.
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Key FactsGOP Resists Trump's Demand to End Senate Filibuster
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- Senate Majority Leader John Thune continues to support the filibuster for encouraging bipartisan compromise.
- Republicans hold 53 seats and need at least seven Democratic votes to break the legislative deadlock.
- The partial government shutdown started October 1, causing about 750,000 federal employees to be furloughed without pay.
- The Congressional Budget Office warns the economy could lose up to $14 billion in Q4 due to halted spending.
The filibuster has traditionally been viewed as a very important safeguard. If the shoe was on the other foot, I don't think our team would like it.— House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson discussing the importance of the filibuster and the frustration over the shutdown.
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