The federal government shutdown is now the longest in US history.America’s longest government shutdown is becoming more painful by the day.At least 40 million Americans are struggling to get food, more than a million federal workers haven’t been paid, health insurance premiums are rising, and flights are getting disrupted.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listCongress has been locked in a standoff over a bill to fund government services, with Democrats demanding tax credits that will make health insurance cheaper for millions of Americans and an end to federal agency cuts.Democrats won decisive victories in state and local elections this week. President Donald Trump is blaming the shutdown for this setback to the Republican Party.So, will he now be willing to negotiate? Can the two sides agree to a comprise?Presenter: Bernard SmithGuests:Mark Pfeifle – Republican strategistJeremy Mayer – Professor of political science at George Mason UniversityDavid Bolger – Democratic strategistPublished On 6 Nov 20256 Nov 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2Share
