House Speaker Mike Johnson anticipates a potentially record-long government shutdown, refusing to negotiate with Democrats until they drop health care demands. The shutdown, already in its 13th day, has stalled government operations and closed cultural institutions. Air travel is suffering delays due to the shutdown's impact on air traffic controllers, exacerbating existing shortages. The Treasury Secretary noted the shutdown's economic effects, though without specifics. Legislative sessions are paused, with the Senate returning to work after a holiday. The Senate needs 60 votes to reopen the government, facing disagreement over extending COVID-19 era health care subsidies, which Democrats prioritize. Democrats warn expiring subsidies will increase health insurance premiums for many Americans. Senator Fetterman has criticized his party's approach, urging an end to the shutdown. This isn't the first shutdown tied to health care policy; the Affordable Care Act repeal attempt led to a past shutdown. The longest shutdown in U.S. history occurred in 2019, lasting 35 days, related to border wall funding.