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The US government shutdown continues with no immediate resolution, affecting over 700,000 federal workers who are furloughed or working without pay, while essential services continue. Food banks in Washington are providing assistance to furloughed workers, and political leaders remain at an impasse, with ongoing debates over healthcare funding and government reopening efforts.
The US government shutdown continues into its second day with Senate votes delayed due to Yom Kippur, as lawmakers debate measures to fund the government, with discussions on withholding congressional pay and potential federal layoffs amid partisan disagreements. The economic impact could be significant, and negotiations remain tense, with calls for bipartisan cooperation.
During a US government shutdown, members of Congress continue to receive their salaries due to constitutional and legal provisions, while most federal contractors, including janitors, often do not get paid unless their employers choose to do so, as federal law does not guarantee back pay for contractors.