
U.S. Studies Discuss Economic Effect Of Long Fed Shutdowns
Last week, the 2025 federal shutdown became the longest in U.S. history. Tomorrow, it enters its 42nd day.

Last week, the 2025 federal shutdown became the longest in U.S. history. Tomorrow, it enters its 42nd day.
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