Us government shutdown news

Here are the latest news and updates on the US government shutdown:

Latest Developments:

• The partial government shutdown has entered its 26th day, making it the longest shutdown in US history.
• The shutdown began on December 22, 2018, after Congress failed to pass a spending bill to fund nine government departments and agencies.
• The affected agencies include the Departments of Homeland Security, Justice, Interior, Agriculture, and others.
• The shutdown has affected over 800,000 federal employees, with around 400,000 being furloughed and the rest being required to work without pay.
• The shutdown has also impacted various government services, including national parks, food assistance programs, and disaster relief efforts.

Recent Updates:

• On January 15, the Senate voted to advance a bill to reopen the government, but it was blocked by Senate Republicans.
• On January 16, the House of Representatives passed a bill to reopen the government, but it was rejected by the Senate.
• On January 17, President Trump met with Senate Republicans to discuss a potential deal to reopen the government, but no agreement was reached.
• On January 18, the Senate voted to approve a bill to reopen the government, but it was blocked by Senate Republicans.

Key Issues:

• Funding for a border wall: President Trump has demanded $5.7 billion in funding for a border wall along the US-Mexico border, while Democrats have refused to provide any funding.
• Immigration reform: Democrats have demanded that any spending bill include protections for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders.
• Government funding: The shutdown has affected various government programs and services, including national parks, food assistance programs, and disaster relief efforts.

Impact on the Economy:

• The shutdown has had a significant impact on the US economy, with estimates suggesting that it has cost the economy around $11 billion per week.
• The shutdown has also affected consumer confidence, with many Americans delaying major purchases and investments due to the uncertainty.
• The shutdown has also had a negative impact on small businesses and entrepreneurs, who rely on government services and contracts.

International Reaction:

• The shutdown has been criticized by international leaders, including Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and European Union leaders.
• The shutdown has also had a negative impact on US relations with other countries, including Mexico and China.

What's Next:

• The shutdown is expected to continue until a deal is reached on funding for the affected government agencies.
• President Trump has threatened to declare a national emergency to build a border wall, but this move is likely to be challenged in court.
• Democrats are expected to continue to refuse to provide funding for a border wall, and may try to pass a spending bill that does not include wall funding.