The US government shutdown, now in its 23rd day, has become the second-longest in history, trailing only the 35-day closure in 2018-2019. The current impasse stems from a partisan dispute over expiring healthcare subsidies under the Affordable Care Act , with Democrats demanding relief for 22 million Americans facing higher premiums in January.

President Donald Trump and Senate Republicans met at the White House on Tuesday, but the session appeared to strengthen GOP resolve to refuse negotiations .

Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer and House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries have requested a meeting with the President before his Asia trip, but Trump said he would only meet after the shutdown ends.

Legislative standoff

The Senate needs at least eight Democratic votes to overc

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