WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The government shutdown has now stretched to 36 days, officially becoming the longest shutdown of any kind in U.S. history.

The landmark closure passed that historic threshold just hours after Democrats swept the polls in key elections, winning the Virginia and New Jersey gubernatorial races, the New York City mayoral election, and a California redistricting measure.

Now, congressional Democratic leaders are taking a victory lap and using the momentum to reframe the government shutdown.

“Last night, Republicans felt the political repercussions,” said Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY). He sees the “blue wave” as a good indication of how Americans feel about the other party, sharing their frustrations with Republicans and President Trump on the ballot.

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