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Trump Responsible for 61% of Government Shutdown Days

2/4/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump accounts for 61% of all government shutdown days, according to CNN data analyst Harry Enten.
As of February 4, 2026, the government has been shut down for 82 days across both terms.
A recent three-day partial shutdown ended with a spending deal.
If Congress fails to fund the Department of Homeland Security within ten days, another shutdown could occur, affecting FEMA, TSA, and Border Patrol.

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U.S. President Donald Trump accounts for 61% of all government shutdown days, according to CNN data analyst Harry Enten.
As of February 4, 2026, the government has been shut down for 82 days across both terms.
A recent three-day partial shutdown ended with a spending deal.
If Congress fails to fund the Department of Homeland Security within ten days, another shutdown could occur, affecting FEMA, TSA, and Border Patrol.