The Federal Government Faces Shutdown: Implications, Impact, and What Comes Next
🧑🏽⚖️ The Federal Government Faces Shutdown: Implications, Impact, and What Comes Next.
If the federal government shuts down on October 1, it will disrupt various services, impact workers, and cause political turmoil as House Republicans demand deep cuts in federal spending. During a shutdown, federal agencies halt all non-essential work, and millions of federal employees, including military personnel, won't receive paychecks. While essential workers like air traffic controllers and law enforcement officers must report to work, others are furloughed but will receive backpay once the funding issue is resolved. Federal workers are stationed across all 50 states and interact with taxpayers, leading to potential service delays. Additionally, businesses tied to the federal government and financial markets could be affected, and it could reduce economic growth by 0.2% per week of the shutdown. However, the president, Congress members, and the judiciary will continue to work and get paid, and the funding for special counsels is exempted from shutdowns.
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