US Government Shutdown Continues Amid Political Standoff
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The US federal government is shut down due to a funding dispute, affecting services like national parks, food assistance programs, and federal employees' pay, while some agencies like USPS and Social Security continue operating. The shutdown stems from disagreements over healthcare subsidies, with potential scenarios for resolution involving political negotiations. The impact varies across states, with some experiencing more immediate effects than others.
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