Federal Government Shutdown: Nationwide Impact
The federal government shutdown continues, with no end in sight. The shutdown has lasted 15 days, and Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse.
The Senate has made nine attempts to advance a bill to reopen the government, including a failed vote on Wednesday. The Trump administration has begun laying off thousands of workers as part of its efforts to reduce the size of government during the shutdown.
The government shutdown has lasted 15 days — and counting.
- Shutdown began on Oct. 1
- Nine attempts to advance a bill to reopen the government have failed
- Thousands of workers laid off by the Trump administration
Author's summary: Government shutdown affects services nationwide.