It’s official: the U.S. federal government shutdown has just reached Day 36, surpassing the previous record set in 2019. And guess what? No one seems to have a plan to end it. 😕
Even though Election Day just passed (the first Tuesday in November), this odd-numbered year means no major offices were on the line—probably the only relief for leaders facing public frustration. Voters are asking: where’s the solution?
Here’s how the shutdown is hitting millions of people:
- Unpaid troops: Over 1 million U.S. soldiers got their mid-October paycheck, but the next one? Still up in the air.
- Air traffic chaos: Essential but unpaid, many air traffic controllers are calling in sick, causing flight delays at major hubs.✈️
- Food stamp cuts: About 42 million people on SNAP will receive only half their benefits this month. Three square meals? Now that’s a challenge.
Meanwhile, members of the House, the Senate, and the White House remain stuck in a tug-of-war, with no clear leadership stepping up. As the shutdown drags on, everyday Americans are left waiting—sometimes for necessities, sometimes for answers.
What’s next? Will there be a surprise deal, or are we signing up for a new record? Stay tuned, because at this pace, Day 50 could be the next big headline. 🤷♀️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
