It topped the 35-day record set during Mr Donald Trump’s first term. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The Trump administration warned of turmoil at airports across the US if the shutdown drags on - worsening staff shortages, snarling airport lines and closing down sections of airspace.

Nov. 5 (UPI) -- As the clock struck midnight overnight, the current federal government shutdown entered its sixth week and set a record as the longest in U.S. history.

Signs of a potential end to the government shutdown intensified Tuesday with behind-the-scenes talks, as the federal closure was on track to become the longest ever disrupting the lives of millions of Americans. Senators from both parties, Republicans and Democrats, are quietly negotiating the contours of an emerging deal. With…

Food aid, childcare programmes, and housing assistance have been disrupted, while federal employees continue to work without pay.