NNSA Furls 1,400 Staff Amid Government Shutdown
The National Nuclear Security Administration furloughed 1,400 staff due to the ongoing federal shutdown, with only about 400 employees remaining to ensure nuclear security and safety. The shutdown, now in its 20th day, is the second-longest in U.S. history and has significantly impacted federal morale and national security operations, amid political disagreements over government funding.