Government Shutdown Enters Second Month
As the government shutdown heads into its second month, 650,000 employees are receiving renewed furlough notices.
The notices, sent out every 30 days, inform employees to remain at home without working, this time without guarantees of back pay.
The current funding lapse has entered its 31st day and may surpass the 35-day record from 2018-2019.
The shutdown is poised to enter its second month on Saturday.
- 650,000 employees received renewed furlough notices
- Notices are sent out every 30 days to maintain clarity
- Shutdown may surpass the 35-day record from 2018-2019
Author's summary: Shutdown enters second month, affecting 650,000 employees.