Trump Criticizes Democrats Over Longest Government Shutdown in U.S. History

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has criticized Senate Democrats for what he described as their unwillingness to help end the ongoing government shutdown, which has now become the longest in American history.

“We are in the midst of a Democrat-created shutdown that’s now officially the longest in American history,” Trump said in a statement. “The Democrats in the Senate have shown little interest in reopening the government.”

As of today, the shutdown has entered its 36th day, marking a new record. The previous longest shutdown lasted for 35 days, during December 2018 to January 2019 in Trump’s first term.

The shutdown, now lasting more than five weeks, has affected hundreds of thousands of federal employees, many of whom are either working without pay or have been placed on leave. Key services such as national parks, transport operations, and regulatory agencies have faced disruptions due to a lack of funding.

The main issue remains border security funding, with Trump and Republican lawmakers seeking additional resources for border measures. Democrats, however, have opposed the proposal, calling for other security approaches that do not involve new spending on border barriers.

Economic experts have warned that the shutdown could impact the U.S. economy, reducing productivity and delaying government contracts. Federal workers and contractors have already begun reporting financial strain, while businesses that rely on government services are also affected.

Public opinion surveys indicate mixed reactions. Some voters blame Congress for the impasse, while others see it as a result of partisan disagreement between the White House and lawmakers.

Both parties have maintained their positions, and talks to reopen the government remain inconclusive. Trump has stated that he hopes to reach an agreement soon but insists that the final deal must address national security concerns.

The shutdown, which has entered its record length, highlights the ongoing divide in Washington over policy priorities and funding decisions.