- The frequency of U.S. government shutdowns has increased over the years, particularly since 1976, with a total of 22 closures being recorded.
- These shutdowns have resulted in the disruption of operations across numerous federal agencies nationwide.
- Despite becoming less frequent, the impact of each shutdown has grown more significant and disruptive.
- Partisan rancor and political disagreements are primary contributors to the increased length and frequency of these government shutdowns.
- The escalating disruption stems from the shutdowns taking increasingly longer to resolve, affecting a wide range of government services.
- This trend signals a more pronounced political divide and highlights the challenges in reaching bipartisan agreements.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/government-shutdowns-have-changed-fewer-longer-more-damaging)
