The Department of Interior said in a statement that both Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty will remain open.

The federal government shut down began at midnight on Oct. 1 as President Trump and Democrats blamed each for failing to reach an agreement.

The national park remained open during previous government shutdowns thanks to state funding. Hochul said she wouldn't foot the bill this time.

Crowds of people loaded onto boats to tour the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Wednesday morning with no immediate signs of the government ...