North America Associated Press
Federal workers' finances in crisis as shutdown enters its latest, longest stretch yet
Hundreds of thousands of federal workers facing shutdowns are experiencing financial strain and fear layoffs, with many being furloughed or working without pay.
Hundreds of thousands of federal employees facing a prolonged government shutdown are experiencing significant financial strain and fear being laid off due to their unpaid work. The shutdown's effects on workers' finances are growing as days turn into weeks without pay. Many are struggling to make ends meet, while others face the possibility of losing their jobs if the impasse is not resolved. The uncertainty is causing anxiety among federal employees nationwide.
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