'My pay is being held hostage': Federal workers on US government shutdown

'My pay is being held hostage': Federal workers on US government shutdown

Government staff describe their uncertainty during a budget impasse - though not all of them oppose the shutdown.

IRS Employee: ‘It Is Unacceptable for Government Workers To Be Held at Bay’ During the Shutdown

New Resonate Data Highlights Government Shutdown Concerns

The federal government has officially shut down. The Democrats and Republicans have thus far been unable to break the bitter deadlock that’s stalled negotiations over a new funding bill for days. Not only are federal workers furloughed until further notice, but many government services, save those considered critical have also been put on pause. This time, the shutdown carries with it the threat of mass layoffs. President Trump has threatened to…