The current U.S. federal government shutdown began on October 1, 2025, and as of October 10, 2025, it has lasted for 10 days.
This shutdown started because Congress failed to pass appropriations legislation for the 2026 fiscal year. It is the 11th government shutdown in modern U.S. history and the third under President Donald Trump's administration. The shutdown has resulted in about 900,000 federal employees being furloughed and another 700,000 working without pay, with many government operations suspended or partially closed.
The Senate has continued to reject competing proposals to end the shutdown, with no resolution expected before they return to session next week.
