US Government Shutdown Longest Ever

The United States government shutdown is poised to become the longest in history, as the impasse between Donald Trump and the United States — Republican Party (United States) on one side, and the United States — Democratic Party (United States) on the other, continues. Donald Trump refuses to negotiate until the government reopens, while Democrats demand negotiations on expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies and other issues. This standoff has led to federal workers missing paychecks, disruptions in air travel, notably at Kuwait — Kuwait International Airport due to staffing shortages, and a crisis for 42 million Americans relying on United States — Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, which were initially withheld by the Department of Agriculture until federal judges intervened. Donald Trump has also pushed for the abolition of the Senate filibuster, a move largely resisted by the United States — Republican Party (United States). The prolonged shutdown is generating widespread negative sentiment and economic concerns.