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The US government shutdown has ended, leading to the return of furloughed federal employees who will receive back pay, and the rescinding of layoffs, with agencies preparing for a backlog of work and ongoing funding until January 30, 2026.
NASA is preparing to resume normal operations and welcome employees back from furlough as early as the next day, pending government legislation approval.
During the government shutdown, at least 55 of the 100 U.S. senators are either not accepting their paychecks or are donating their salaries to charity, as a gesture of empathy and solidarity with furloughed federal workers, though some still receive their salaries due to financial needs or political messaging.
NASA's recent communications about retroactive pay for furloughed employees have shifted from a definitive statement to a conditional one, suggesting uncertainty about whether all employees will receive retroactive compensation, which has raised concerns among staff.
NASA has announced a second formal furlough notice due to a government shutdown exceeding 30 days, with employees advised on procedures, benefits, and resources during the furlough period.
Isaac Stein, an IRS lawyer furloughed due to the government shutdown, is living out his childhood dream by running a hot dog stand in Washington, D.C., turning his side project into a full-time, humorous venture that brings joy to his community.
The largest federal workers union, AFGE, urges lawmakers to pass a clean continuing resolution to end the government shutdown, which has furloughed and affected hundreds of thousands of federal employees, highlighting the political impasse over healthcare subsidies and calling for responsible leadership to prioritize American workers and stability.
Amid the third week of the government shutdown, approximately 1.4 million federal workers are facing financial hardship, leading to long lines at food banks where they receive free groceries, highlighting the economic impact and ongoing political disagreements over federal pay.
The U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration plans to furlough 1,400 workers due to the ongoing government shutdown, with only about 400 remaining to ensure property and human safety, as the shutdown impacts the agency responsible for managing the nuclear arsenal.
The US nuclear agency will furlough 80% of its workforce due to the ongoing government shutdown, which has become the longest in US history, affecting national security and delaying critical nuclear and non-proliferation work.
The U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is planning to furlough most staff due to a government shutdown, raising concerns about the management of nuclear stockpiles and national security, with Republicans warning of significant consequences and blaming Senate Democrats for the impasse.
Federal workers, especially essential staff, are facing increased anxiety and uncertainty during the government shutdown, with some being discouraged or prevented from taking leave due to new policies that could negatively impact their employment records and job security.
The IRS confirmed that federal employees are legally entitled to back pay during a government shutdown, contradicting a White House memo that suggested otherwise, leading to political and legal debates over the interpretation of the law and the potential impact on federal workers.
The IRS has begun mass furloughs and shut down most operations due to a government shutdown extending beyond initial plans, with uncertainties around back pay for furloughed employees amid political debates.
The Trump administration initially stated furloughed federal employees would not receive back pay during the shutdown but later sent notices confirming they would be compensated, citing the 2019 law, despite legal and congressional opposition to this interpretation.