The ongoing U.S. government shutdown has marked its 36th day, establishing a new record as the longest in the nation's history. The deadlock revolves around funding legislation, with Democrats insisting on the inclusion of COVID pandemic-era healthcare subsidies, which are set to expire at the end of December, in any budget agreement. Meanwhile, Republicans argue that the issue should be addressed separately.

This shutdown surpasses previous notable closures, including a 35-day shutdown in 2018-2019 under President Donald Trump. That standoff was triggered by Democrats' opposition to Trump's demand for $5.7 billion for a U.S.-Mexico border wall, which they eventually resolved by passing a funding bill that omitted the wall's financing.

Historical shutdowns also include a 22-day closure i

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