Anthony Zurcher: Democrats left bruised after historic shutdown yields little

Published: 11/13/2025
Anthony Zurcher: Democrats left bruised after historic shutdown yields little
After the historic 43-day US government shutdown, Democrats are left reeling, with little to show for their efforts. Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, triggered the shutdown over health insurance subsidies but received minimal concessions when a few members broke ranks to end it. Mainstream and left-wing Democrats are furious over what they see as a surrender, while President Trump celebrates the end of the shutdown as a victory, leaving Democrats bruised and uncertain about their next move.