The US government shutdown entered its sixth day on Monday, with President Donald Trump signaling readiness to negotiate with Democrats amid mounting economic and political pressure.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote: “I am happy to work with the Democrats on their failed healthcare policies or anything else, but first they must allow our government to re-open.” Earlier, he told reporters that “negotiations on health care are underway with Democrats,” suggesting a possible opening for bipartisan talks.

The stalemate has left 750,000 federal workers furloughed and many others working without pay. Essential services such as law enforcement, border control, and air-traffic operations remain active, but several federal programs — including food assistance, early education, and national parks — are facing shutdown-related disruptions.

Democrats accuse the Trump administration of pushing “lies” about funding healthcare subsidies for undocumented immigrants, insisting instead that their demand is to restore healthcare cuts for American citizens in the “Big Beautiful Bill” passed earlier this year.

Despite Republican control of both chambers, the Senate remains deadlocked, with the funding bill falling short of the 60 votes required for passage. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt warned that the administration is preparing for potential layoffs if the impasse continues.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy cautioned that rural air travel subsidies could run out within the week, potentially grounding flights in smaller communities. Meanwhile, major tourist attractions such as the Library of Congress, the Washington Monument, and national parks remain closed.

This marks the first government shutdown in seven years and the second under Trump’s presidency, echoing the 35-day record shutdown of his first term.