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U.S. government shutdown breaks record, deepening impact on daily life

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The U.S. federal government shutdown has now exceeded the 35-day record set during President Donald Trump's previous term, marking the longest government closure in American history.

The shutdown, which began weeks ago because of a budget deadlock in Congress, has severely disrupted key public services — from air travel and food aid to preschool education and healthcare programs.

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