Senate Democrats proposed ending America's longest government shutdown on day 38, but Republicans immediately rejected the compromise, prolonging the crisis affecting millions.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer offered a straightforward deal: Democrats would vote to reopen government if Republicans agreed extending Obamacare subsidies for one year, preventing health insurance premiums from skyrocketing for over 20 million Americans.

"Now the ball is in the Republicans' court. We need them to just say yes," Schumer stated. However, Republican Senator John Thune from South Dakota dismissed the proposal as a 'non-starter,' declaring: "I am tired of the political games. I really am."

The standoff continues devastating consequences for vulnerable Americans. Hundreds of thousands of federal workers have missed multiple paycheques whilst 42 million SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) recipients face potential hunger. In Cleveland, Ohio, 75-year-old Diane Howard survives on just USD 63 (TK 7,686.44) monthly SNAP benefits, stretching USD 3 (TK 366.02) to purchase four corn cans or two spaghetti boxes at discount stores.

"I'm trying to hold on to God's hands and His grace and His mercy," Howard said. "But it's so hard."

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to immediately fund full SNAP benefits after the government refused using emergency funds. The Department of Agriculture announced compliance following a rejected appeal by a federal appeals court.

Officials confirmed SNAP benefits have been fully funded in at least nine states tonight, though the shutdown's end remains uncertain.

Source: ABC News.