As GOP vs Democrats gridlock continues, will govt shutdown break first Trump presidency record?

US Government Shutdown Nears Record

The ongoing US government shutdown is set to become the longest in the country's history, with no compromise in sight between Democrats and Republicans.

President Donald Trump appears to be unbothered by the shutdown, while Democrats remain firm on their healthcare funding-related demands.

any compromise on these fundamental demands will be mean a surrender

Unlike in 2018, when Trump ended the 35-day shutdown under public and political pressure, there are no efforts to reach a middle ground this time, with both sides sticking to their positions.

The shutdown continues to gridlock the government, with no end in sight.

Author's summary: Shutdown nears record length.

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Firstpost Firstpost — 2025-10-24

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