Deadlock persists as government shutdown nears 40 days
TL;DR
The US faces its longest government shutdown in history, with ongoing negotiations and political tensions, including President Trump advocating to eliminate the Senate filibuster to end the impasse. The shutdown has caused significant disruptions, such as FAA staffing shortages and flight delays, while Trump comments on election results and international tariffs, and there is high partisan frustration on Capitol Hill.
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