Senators were close to a deal to end the shutdown before Tuesday’s election. Some Democrats say nothing has changed. Others say their colleagues would be foolish to ignore the results.

The U.S. has seen more than 20 government shutdowns in the last 50 years. The current one is now the longest. Here are the shutdowns it surpassed.

At least seven people have now been confirmed dead with the death toll expected to rise following the 'catastrophic' UPS plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky on Nov. 4.

The government shutdown became the longest in history. The Supreme Court heard arguments in a case challenging tariffs. Trump alleged fraud in California’s redistricting measure vote. Democrats swept elections in New Jersey,

President Trump is out to stop the 2025 midterms from turning into a preview of the 2026 midterms. Democrats want to keep the momentum going.