The federal government shutdown took effect on Oct. 1, and it’s unclear how long it will last. Some previous shutdowns lasted a day or two, while a 2019 closure went on for 35 days.
Many federal employees will be furloughed, or put on leave without pay, while the government is shut down—but they will receive back pay when they return because of a 2019 law.
The White House also announced on Wednesday that federal worker layoffs are coming “very soon” during the shutdown.
Republicans, Democrats, and the White House are grappling with negotiations to pass a temporary funding bill that would reopen the government until Nov. 21—and give lawmakers time to pass the required 12 annual appropriations bills….
Here Are What Services Are Open, Closed in the Government Shutdown
