US Federal Government Shutdown

The United States federal government has entered a shutdown after the United States deadlocked on funding. The Republican Party supported a short-term measure to fund the government through November 21, but the Democratic Party blocked it, insisting on addressing health care concerns, including reversing Medicaid cuts and extending Affordable Care Act tax credits. This impasse has led to the furlough of an estimated 750,000 federal employees daily, with a daily compensation cost of approximately $400 million. While some essential services like FBI, CIA, air traffic control, and military operations continue, many agencies are significantly impacted. The United States — United States Department of Health and Human Services will furlough 41% of its staff, affecting research and patient care at the United States — National Institutes of Health and delaying activities at the United States — Food and Drug Administration. The United States — National Park Service plans to furlough two-thirds of its employees, keeping parks open but risking damage due to limited staffing. Donald Trump and the United States — Office of Management and Budget have threatened aggressive measures, including mass firings, which would be a more severe step than previous shutdowns. Economists from the United States — Congressional Budget Office and Goldman Sachs predict a negative impact on the United States economy if the shutdown is prolonged, despite federal workers eventually receiving retroactive pay.