The current government shutdown has reached 35 days, tying the record for the longest shutdown in U.S. history. It began on October 1 and continued through early November, with negotiations stalled and widespread impacts including furloughs, paid-then-unpaid staff adjustments, SNAP benefit disruptions, and operational slowdowns at various federal agencies. If it continues, it would surpass the previous 2018-2019 record. Key points:
- Length: 35 days (and counting) as of early November 2025.
- Historical context: The prior longest shutdown lasted 35 days in 2018–2019.
- Effects: Furloughs and delayed/cut federal pay for many workers, SNAP benefit reductions for November, management of national parks and other services at reduced capacity, and broader economic disruption from deferred funding.
- Near-term outlook: No resolution announced at the time, with discussions focused on an “off-ramp” to reopen and fund the government.
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