are we in government shutdown

Yes, the U.S. government is currently in a shutdown as of October 1, 2025. The shutdown began at midnight after Congress and President Donald Trump's administration failed to reach an agreement on extending federal funding. Both Republican and Democratic proposals were rejected in the Senate, leading to the cessation of many government operations. Federal employees in non- essential roles are furloughed without pay during the shutdown, while essential workers will continue working without immediate compensation. The duration of the shutdown is uncertain, and negotiations are ongoing with significant partisan divisions over funding priorities, particularly concerning healthcare funding and other policy issues.