Federal workers endure financial strain and fear layoffs as the government shutdown drags on

The fate of the federal workers is among several pressure points that could push lawmakers to agree to resolve the stalemate.

The State Most Impacted by Government Shutdown, According to New Study

The shutdown of the United States federal government has now entered its third week as politicians from both major parties continue to battle over health care subsidies, foreign aid and other budgetary matters.

Government Shutdown 2025: RIFs, Layoffs, And The Toll On Black Federal Workers And Their Communities

As the shutdown stretches past its second week, thousands of federal workers—many of them Black—are losing jobs, paychecks, and the stability that once made a government job a path to the middle class.

Judge temporarily blocks the Trump administration from firing workers during the government shutdown

A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from firing workers during the government shutdown. U.S.

The latest on the Trump administration as government shutdown hits day 15

The stalemate on Capitol Hill continues as the government shutdown enters its 15th day. Progressive lawmakers Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez participate in a CNN town hall. Follow for live news updates.
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