Chronicle of U.S. Government Shutdowns: A History of Political Standoffs
Published on: Oct. 23, 2025, 3:35 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Since 1980, U.S. federal shutdowns have resulted from budget disputes in Congress, halting numerous government operations. Historic standoffs include the 2018-2019 shutdown over border wall funding and the 1995-1996 impasse influenced by President Clinton's budget disagreements. The ongoing 2025 shutdown is linked to debates over healthcare subsidies.
