2025 Government Shutdown Begins, Affecting 750,000 Workers and Services
The 2025 government shutdown has begun, with non-essential federal institutions closing and services disrupted. This shutdown, unlike previous ones, sees fewer Continuing Resolutions, leaving more agencies unfunded and more workers furloughed.
The shutdown started when Congress failed to pass funding bills by the fiscal year's beginning. This has led to the closure of national parks, museums, and some regulatory agencies. Services like park access, visa and passport processing, and various federal programs have been interrupted.
Approximately 750,000 federal workers face furlough each day the shutdown continues, resulting in about $400 million lost in daily wages. This creates uncertainty for both workers and Americans relying on public services. While programs like Social Security and Medicare continue paying benefits, customer service and new applications face serious delays.
Some employees, such as active military members, law enforcement, air traffic controllers, and essential Social Security staff, continue working but often without immediate pay until the shutdown ends.
The 2025 government shutdown is ongoing, with significant impacts on federal workers and public services. Negotiations between Congress and the administration are underway to resolve the situation and reopen the government.
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