The U.S. government shutdown has entered its second month, leaving millions without pay or food assistance as political deadlock over healthcare funding persists.
The U.S. government shutdown entered its second month on Friday, triggering widespread hardship for federal workers and millions of Americans dependent on public assistance. The crisis, which began on October 1, has left federal offices closed and key programs stalled as political leaders remain deadlocked.
At the core of the standoff is funding for Obamacare health subsidies, which Democrats insist must be renewed before reopening the government. “This is starting to become very real,” said Republican House Whip Tom Emmer.
Food aid programs like SNAP are running out of funds, threatening 42 million low-income citizens, while aid for pregnant women and infants is also near collapse. “You’re going to have children who will go hungry,” warned House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Over 1.4 million federal workers have missed paychecks, and frustration is rising. Despite minor bipartisan talks, no breakthrough is in sight, as President Trump continues to push for changes favoring his administration’s stance.