Us shutdown news

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

Latest Updates:

• 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 several government agencies.
• The affected agencies include the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, the Department of the Interior, 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 Developments:

• 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 undocumented immigrants, known as "Dreamers," who were brought to the US as children.
• Government funding: The shutdown has affected various government agencies 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.

Public Opinion:

• A recent poll by the Pew Research Center found that 53% of Americans blame President Trump for the shutdown, while 29% blame Congressional Democrats.
• A separate poll by the Washington Post found that 62% of Americans believe that the shutdown is a "major problem" for the country.