The U.S. government shutdown has entered its 35th day, tying the record for the longest in history, as bipartisan talks in Congress slowly gain traction. A small group of lawmakers is working to strike a deal that would fund key federal agencies through next September and offer Democrats a stand-alone vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies.
However, Democrats remain divided over whether such a vote — without guarantees of passage — is enough to justify reopening the government.
Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) said progress is being made but cautioned that it is “too soon to declare victory.”
🚨🇺🇸 GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN IS NOW THE LONGEST ONE EVER
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) November 4, 2025
It’s official: 35 days in, this shutdown just tied the longest in U.S. history, with an end still nowhere in sight.
Federal food aid is delayed, health insurance costs are spiking, and air traffic controllers are working… https://t.co/jEY2m4WSby pic.twitter.com/ZcpRn7CcBn
The Trump administration has largely kept its distance from negotiations, while polls show the public continues to blame Republicans for the prolonged impasse.
The standoff has triggered widespread disruptions, including delayed paychecks, food aid shortages, and economic strain across the country.
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