First Federal Government Shutdown in the U.S. Since 2018
October 1, 2025
The United States has entered a shutdown for the first time since 2018, as Republicans and Democrats failed to reach an agreement on funding the federal government. This results in public employees being placed on unpaid leave, while many services will be suspended, although some essential operations will continue. Impacts are expected in areas such as education and social services. This situation could also affect the economy as a whole. The American political system facilitates repeated crises of this nature.