The United States government has entered a full shutdown as political tensions rise in Washington. Republicans are pushing for a temporary funding measure, while Democrats are standing firm on securing healthcare and Medicaid protections. Former President Trump has described the situation as a major chance to curb spending on Democrat-backed programs, and funding to several major cities has already been put on hold.Although House Democrats have signaled readiness for talks, both parties remain deeply divided. With further delays likely in the Senate, the standoff shows no signs of ending soon. The question now is how long this government shutdown will last and what impact it will have across the country.
