Impending Government Shutdown: Latest Updates and Potential Devastation

The U.S. is facing a potential government shutdown as Congress struggles to pass spending bills due to infighting among House Republicans. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is seeking progress this week to avoid a shutdown, while the Senate is attempting to pass a temporary spending bill. A government shutdown would result in the closure of non-essential federal agencies, furloughing thousands of employees and potentially delaying government benefits and food assistance. Social Security and Medicare benefits would continue, but there could be disruptions in services related to these programs. A government shutdown could also impact the country's credit rating and travel economy.