Washington, D.C. | November 24, 2025 — The United States government shutdown has officially become the longest in the nation’s history after the Senate failed for the 14th time to pass a funding bill. The deadlock surpasses the 2018–2019 record, pushing federal agencies deeper into operational paralysis.
The prolonged stalemate has disrupted a wide range of federal services, from routine administrative functions to critical public programs. Thousands of federal workers remain furloughed or unpaid, with delayed payments affecting government contractors, military families, and essential public-sector operations.
Lawmakers continue to clash along partisan lines, with neither side yielding on key demands that have stalled funding negotiations. Despite closed-door meetings and repeated attempts to break the impasse, the latest Senate vote failed to reach the required threshold, signaling no immediate solution in sight.
Economists warn that the extended shutdown could weigh on economic activity if the standoff persists, further straining households dependent on federal services. Public frustration is growing as pressure mounts on Congress and the White House to reach an agreement.
As the shutdown enters uncharted territory, both parties face intensifying scrutiny over their handling of the crisis, with no clear end visible.
