Group 1 - The U.S. federal government shutdown has lasted for 35 days as of November 4, matching the previous record set during Trump's presidency, with the potential to extend further due to the Senate's 14th rejection of a temporary funding bill [1][2] - The shutdown has severely impacted various sectors, including aviation, food assistance, early education, and healthcare, highlighting the increasing political polarization in the U.S. [1][2] Group 2 - The Senate's failure to advance the temporary funding bill means the fiscal deadlock continues, with the shutdown expected to become the longest in U.S. history starting November 5 [2] - The aviation sector is facing significant challenges, with approximately 13,000 air traffic controllers and 50,000 airport security personnel working without pay, leading to increased flight delays and safety risks [3] Group 3 - Over 40 million Americans relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are affected, with benefits halted since November 1, while the Trump administration has allocated $4.65 billion in emergency funds to cover part of the month's benefits [4] - The ongoing shutdown has led to a significant increase in healthcare costs, with insurance premiums expected to rise by $1,000 per person annually due to the lack of government subsidies [5] Group 4 - Political negotiations remain stalled, with President Trump refusing to negotiate until the government reopens, while some lawmakers express optimism about resolving the fiscal impasse [6]