US government shutdown causes missed paychecks and economic concerns
TL;DR
The US government shutdown continues with no immediate resolution, affecting over 700,000 federal workers who are furloughed or working without pay, while essential services continue. Food banks in Washington are providing assistance to furloughed workers, and political leaders remain at an impasse, with ongoing debates over healthcare funding and government reopening efforts.
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- US government workers miss first full paycheques as shutdown drags on BBC
- "Protect every penny": Federal workers hunker down as they go without pay CBS News
- The government shutdown’s impact is spreading through the economy CNN
- It's supposed to be payday for many federal workers. Instead, they're getting nothing NPR
- Could the government shutdown tip the US into a recession? Experts weigh in ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
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