The ongoing government shutdown in the United States has been described as the “Seinfeld” shutdown, as it lacks a clear policy disagreement. Unlike previous shutdowns which focused on specific policies like the border wall or Obamacare, this impasse is characterized by a lack of demands from Republicans. Lawmakers have until Sunday to pass a new law to extend government funding, but the House Republicans have not reached a consensus on their demands, making negotiations with Democrats difficult. The lack of clarity on what Republicans want has frustrated members of Congress and led to confusion about how to avoid a shutdown.