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Federal Shutdown Stretches Into Third Week, Disrupting Airports and National Services

The government shutdown has become the third-longest in U.S. history, affecting federal workers’ pay and essential services. Air travel delays and national park limitations are among the immediate public impacts as funding negotiations stall.

Shutdown Reaches Historic Length With Widespread Effects

The ongoing federal government shutdown has now entered its third week, reportedly becoming the third-longest in U.S. history and impacting services from air travel to nutrition assistance programs. Sources indicate that if the shutdown continues until Wednesday, it will become the second-longest on record, trailing only the 35-day shutdown of 2018-2019. According to reports, Congress remains deadlocked over Affordable Care Act tax credits, with no immediate resolution in sight.