A U.S. federal government shutdown can result in suspension or reduction of government services and can cause federal employees, including some military personnel, to be furloughed or to work without immediate pay.
October 10, 2025
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General effects commonly associated with lapses in federal government funding.
The longest U.S. federal government shutdown occurred from December 22, 2018 to January 25, 2019 during President Donald Trump's administration.
January 25, 2019
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temporal
Historical reference to the longest-duration federal government shutdown in recent U.S. history.
U.S. federal government shutdowns can halt distribution of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits and cause federal workers to miss paychecks when agencies lack appropriated funding.
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Common effects of lapses in federal appropriations