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Government shutdown enters its second week

By Domenico Montanaro,

A Martínez

Published October 8, 2025 at 6:46 AM EDT

The government shutdown is entering its second week, and there's no end in sight as both parties continue to refuse to give in to the other's demands.

Domenico Montanaro

Domenico Montanaro is NPR's senior political editor/correspondent. Based in Washington, D.C., his work appears on air and online delivering analysis of the political climate in Washington and campaigns. He also helps edit political coverage.

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A Martínez

A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First. He came to NPR in 2021 and is based out of NPR West.

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Air traffic control staffing shortages causing flight delays across the U.S.

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