WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump accused “kamikaze” Democrats of being prepared to destroy the country as the government shutdown became the longest in history on Wednesday, eclipsing the 35-day record set during the Republican leader’s first term. Federal agencies have been grinding to a halt since Congress failed to approve funding past September 30, and the pain has been mounting as welfare programs — including aid that helps millions of Americans afford groceries — hang in the balance.

The government shutdown is poised to become the longest ever this week as the impasse between Democrats and Republicans has dragged into a new month.

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The US government shutdown entered its 35th day on Tuesday, equalling the longest in the country's history.

Shutdown beats record set during Trump’s first term as succession of Senate votes fails to yield breakthrough

The shutdown has gone on for more than a month but there are signs that a compromise could be on the horizon.

WASHINGTON: The US government shutdown became the longest ever Wednesday, topping the 35-day record set during Donald Trump’s first term, as his administration warned of holiday…

As the shutdown enters its 36th day, Democrats and Republicans remain unwavering over healthcare spending.

The federal shutdown enters its 36th day and the history books by breaking the 35-day record set in 2018-2019.

On the heels of major victories for Democrats across the country, the government shutdown broke a record for being the longest in history.

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump accused “kamikaze” Democrats of being prepared to destroy the country as the government shutdown became the longest in history on Wednesday,…