US Shutdown 2025 Impact Explained: The US government shut down on Wednesday (October 1) at 12:01 AM for the first time in seven years, after Republican and Democrat members of the Senate failed to approve federal funding for the government.

As a result, thousands of federal employees will be furloughed, or temporarily dismissed from work, while public services will be immediately impacted. Further, the release of important data on the American economy will be delayed.

Both parties traded barbs over accountability, with the Republicans, under President Donald Trump , placing the responsibility on the Democrats.

“The Democrats’ far-left base and far-left senators have demanded a showdown with the president,” said Senator John Thune, the majority leader. “And the Democrat leaders have bo

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