
Trump's Record-Breaking Shutdown Pushes U.S. Government Into Chaos
Published November 5, 2025
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A grotesque satirical card, "Shutdown Sam," caricatures Donald Trump gleefully hitting pause on government funding as the nation collapses under his longest shutdown in U.S. history.
As of November 5, 2025, the U.S. federal government shutdown has entered its 36th day, making it the longest in U.S. history. The shutdown began October 1 due to a funding stalemate between Republicans and Democrats over issues including the extension of health-insurance subsidies. Millions of Americans are affected: federal employees furloughed or working without pay, food-aid benefits delayed, government services disrupted. The standoff continues, and responsibility is heavily attributed to Trump and Republicans by independent voters.
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