U.S. Government Shutdown Nears Record Length Amid Political Standoff

According to PANews, the current U.S. federal government shutdown has reached its 32nd day as of November 2, 2025, marking the second-longest shutdown in American history. With only three days remaining to match the record 35-day shutdown, the situation continues to impact American society significantly. Over a million U.S. military personnel are facing challenges in receiving their salaries, and approximately 42 million people, or one-eighth of the U.S. population, are experiencing food insecurity this November. Despite these issues, both political parties remain at an impasse. U.S. Vice President Vance has indicated that the shutdown could potentially extend into late November.