Government Shutdown Becomes Second-Longest in US History: 4 Things to Know

Although Republicans have a majority in both houses of Congress, Senate Democrats are blocking the funding bill by denying a 60-vote margin for passage.

Government Shutdown Becomes Second-Longest in US History: 4 Things to Know
Although Republicans have a majority in both houses of Congress, Senate Democrats are blocking the funding bill by denying a 60-vote margin for passage.