The 2025 federal government shutdown, in the first year of Trump's second term, is one of the longest in U.S. history.

Independents hold Trump and Republicans responsible for the shutdown by a 2-1 margin, according to a poll conducted by The Washington Post, ABC News and Ipsos.

Active service members are set to receive their next paycheck on Friday as scheduled, but they may start going without pay if a deal to end the government shutdown isn’t reached soon, leaders in Washington are warning.

Democrats are more united, saying that Trump and Republicans are to blame for the shutdown (81%) than Republicans saying Democrats are to blame (72%). Twice as many independents say Trump and Republicans are responsible (46%) than Democrats (23%).

Tom Emmer blames Chuck Schumer for blocking government reopening efforts as shutdown enters day 30. Political stalemate continues over spending and healthcare issues.

In shutdowns past — including during Trump’s first term — presidents normally scaled back their schedules. With staffers deemed “non-essential” sent home, the White House often sought to appear sympathetic to Americans affected by disruptions to health care, veterans benefits and other key services.

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump hosted hundreds of costumed guests — from superheroes to dinosaurs and even a few children dressed as the first couple — as part of Thursday night’s Halloween celebration at the White House.