The government shutdown is now in its second month, affecting an increasing number of Americans.
The shutdown is causing gaps in food assistance and disrupting travel plans, among other issues.
Despite the strain, Republicans and Democrats are no closer to a compromise, with President Donald Trump suggesting that Senate Republicans will continue to hold votes on the same short-term budget that has already failed over a dozen times.
All we're doing is we keep voting.
AHTRA ELNASHAR reports for The National News Desk.
Author's summary: Shutdown affects Americans.