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US Government Shutdown Ends After 43 Days, Economy Stalls

11/14/2025

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The United States government shutdown ended on November 12, 2025, after 43 days.
The International Monetary Fund projected slower growth in 2025, downgrading from 1.9%.
The shutdown disrupted the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for over 42 million Americans.
The Congressional Budget Office estimated a $7 billion to $14 billion GDP productivity loss.
The shutdown includes back pay for federal workers and raises international trust concerns.

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The United States government shutdown ended on November 12, 2025, after 43 days.
The International Monetary Fund projected slower growth in 2025, downgrading from 1.9%.
The shutdown disrupted the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for over 42 million Americans.
The Congressional Budget Office estimated a $7 billion to $14 billion GDP productivity loss.
The shutdown includes back pay for federal workers and raises international trust concerns.