Federal Government Shutdown: Nationwide Impact
The federal government shutdown has entered its 15th day, with no agreement in sight between Republicans and Democrats to reopen it.
The Senate has made nine attempts to advance a bill to reopen the government, including a failed vote on Wednesday, to pass a short-term funding bill approved by the House.
The Trump administration has started laying off thousands of workers as part of its plan to reduce the size of the government during the shutdown.
The government shutdown has lasted 15 days — and counting.
The NPR Network is monitoring the effects of the shutdown on services across the country.
Author's summary: Government shutdown affects services nationwide.
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