The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history is over. But with little to show for it, the mostly Democratic politicians who ended the standoff now face intense backlash.

Nov. 14, 2025: Angus King broke ranks to help end the government shutdown. The backlash has been withering

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Nov. 14, 2025: Angus King broke ranks to help end the government shutdown. The backlash has been withering

Nov. 14, 2025: Angus King broke ranks to help end the government shutdown. The backlash has been withering

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