The U.S. government shutdown has reached a record 36 days, potentially delaying the progress of the crypto market structure bill. The recent Democratic electoral victory on Tuesday has intensified the budget negotiation deadlock in Congress, further complicating the legislative timeline. Patrick Witt, Executive Director of the White House Digital Asset Advisory Board, stated that President Trump aims to finalize the bill by the end of 2025. However, industry experts suggest the likelihood of a delay until 2026 is increasing.