For the first time in six years, America’s government has shut down — and tensions are boiling over.
It’s now the 20th day of the shutdown, with both parties blaming each other. President Donald Trump calls it the “Democrat Shutdown,” while Speaker Mike Johnson says it’s “the longest full shutdown in U.S. history.” Federal workers are being sent home, national parks are closed, and millions of families are left wondering when Washington will finally act.
JUST IN: President Trump says a "very wealthy gentleman" offered to pay U.S. troops' salaries if funding ran out during the government shutdown.
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) October 14, 2025
Reporter: "You have the money to pay the troops…?"
Trump: "I do… I actually have a man who is a very wealthy person… A donor, a… pic.twitter.com/odvwAn6yxi
Amid the chaos, the streets have filled with “No Kings” protests, where thousands called for accountability and democracy. “We are a nation of laws — not kings,” said Sen. Chuck Schumer, standing with demonstrators in New York. But Trump fired back, saying, “I’m not a king. I work my a* off to make our country great.”*
From stalled paychecks to shuttered monuments, Americans are paying the price for political pride. As one protester said, “It’s not just about who wins — it’s about who’s forgotten.”
