The partial shutdown — the rest of the federal government is being funded — hit a record 44th day on Sunday.
DHS funding lapse is now the longest government shutdown in U.S. history
The U.S. government experienced a 44-day partial shutdown due to a funding lapse in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), disrupting critical security operations. This lapse impacts federal cybersecurity programs, border security, and emergency response capabilities, leaving vulnerabilities unaddressed and systems operational without updates or maintenance. Immediate funding resolution is required to mitigate escalating risks to national infrastructure.