The government shutdown, which currently stands as the second-longest, could break new records this week if lawmakers don't come to an agreement.

The shutdown is one day away from tying the record set during the first Trump administration for the longest in U.S. history with no sign of ending.

President Donald Trump is predicting Democrats will capitulate to Republicans, as his administration faces a major test this week.

Americans are increasingly voicing concern about the shutdown's impact on the U.S. economy, as a big majority feel Congress isn't even working to try to end it. There's also increased worry from people over being personally affected, particularly among those with lower incomes, along with that concern about national impact.

President Trump says he "won't be extorted" by Democrats to reopen the government, signaling that he has no plans to negotiate as the government shutdown is set to enter its sixth week.

Despite a judge's ruling ordering the administration to fund SNAP benefits, President Donald Trump said that November's payments were likely to be delayed.

NFL broadcaster Cris Collinsworth made a sly government shutdown joke on Sunday night as the Seattle Seahawks pulverized the Washington Commanders.

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