The U.S. government shutdown has extended into its 16th day as the Senate failed to pass a temporary funding bill, with a vote of 51–45. Federal employees continue to go unpaid, and the deadlock persists with no resolution in sight. Senate Republican Leader John Thune blamed Democrats for obstructing compromise, while Democrats insist on protecting ACA tax credits in any funding legislation. Experts caution that the shutdown could exceed the duration of the 2013 crisis, with significant economic reports already delayed.