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Government Shutdown Hits 22 Days as Tensions Rise

10/22/2025

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The government shutdown is now the second-longest in U.S. history at 22 days.
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to reallocate $6.5 billion in military funds without Congressional approval.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is deploying the National Guard to support food banks amid delayed SNAP payments.
Polls show Americans blame Republicans for the shutdown and a majority support recognizing Palestinian statehood, a stance at odds with the Trump administration.

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The government shutdown is now the second-longest in U.S. history at 22 days.
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to reallocate $6.5 billion in military funds without Congressional approval.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is deploying the National Guard to support food banks amid delayed SNAP payments.
Polls show Americans blame Republicans for the shutdown and a majority support recognizing Palestinian statehood, a stance at odds with the Trump administration.