The ongoing government shutdown has reached a historic length, with limited dialogue between Democrats and Republicans, affecting millions of Americans reliant on federal assistance.

The ongoing government shutdown has reached a historic length, with limited dialogue between Democrats and Republicans, affecting millions of Americans reliant on federal assistance. WASHINGTON —

The government shutdown has tied for the longest in American history . There are few conversations between Democrats and Republicans to reopen the government, which is impacting millions of Americans who are missing federal food assistance and facing skyrocketing health care insurance costs.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed hope on Monday, saying he was "optimistic" the Senate could vote to reope

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