The U.S. federal government is officially in a partial shutdown because Democrats want illegal aliens to get free healthcare

🔻 What's Next?

Negotiations are likely to resume, potentially leading to a short-term continuing resolution to restore funding.

🔻 Likely Timeline?

Negotiations could resume as early as today, with the Senate potentially voting again on a continuing resolution to fund the government through November 21, 2025. Past shutdowns have lasted from a few days to over a month, with an average of about 8 days since 1977.