The U.S. government has officially entered a shutdown after Congress failed to pass a stopgap funding bill, leaving federal agencies without funds to operate. The deadlock arose from sharp divisions between Republicans and Democrats over federal spending priorities, border security, and aid to Ukraine. With no agreement reached before the fiscal deadline, non-essential federal services have been forced to halt, while essential functions such as national security and air traffic control continue. Hundreds of thousands of federal employees face unpaid furloughs or delayed salaries, adding to the pressure on both lawmakers and citizens. The shutdown highlights deepening political gridlock in Washington, with both sides blaming each other for the impasse. Democrats accuse Republicans of holding the economy hostage with partisan demands, while GOP leaders argue that unchecked federal spending is unsustainable. Economists warn that if the shutdown continues, it could disrupt markets, delay public services, and hurt economic recovery. For ordinary Americans, the impact will soon be felt in delayed government assistance, closed national parks, and uncertainty over federal programs. The coming days will determine whether Congress can overcome the deadlock and restore funding. #USShutdown #Congress #GovernmentShutdown #WashingtonPolitics #FederalFunding #USPolitics #EconomicImpact #PartisanDivide #AmericanDemocracy #StopgapBill
