But there could be a partial shutdown as the details are hammered out to the satisfaction of both sides, as well as the White House. <span style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" data-mce-type="bookmark" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span>A potential Jan. 31 government shutdown has been a background possibility since the previous shutdown came to a close. Before the shooting, prediction markets had the odds for a shutdown hovering at around 10%. Although Trump and the GOP have signaled a willingness to negotiate, the odds are still above 70% for a shutdown. A Partial Government Shutdown is LikelyFor those looking to take part in politics betting for this potential shutdown, there are several obstacles to getting a spending bill passed to avert a government suspension.