US Shutdown: What to expect if Congress fails to reach consensus, what closes, what stays open

US Shutdown: What to expect if Congress fails to reach consensus, what closes, what stays open

As the US government faces a potential shutdown on October 1, many essential services are at risk of disruption. Federal employees, particularly those not deemed essential, may be told not to work, and their paychecks could be delayed. However, certain services and workers would continue to operate, even under a shutdown. Why the US Government … Read more