Summary
During the government shutdown, access to important data from the U.S. Census Bureau and other agencies is limited. This affects how businesses and policymakers make decisions and understand key issues. The website for U.S. Census data is not updating, and other data reports may be delayed if the shutdown continues.
Key Facts
- The government shutdown is limiting access to data.census.gov, a site for U.S. Census Bureau information.
- The website states it won't update until federal funding is restored.
- The Bureau of Labor Statistics site also stopped updating due to the shutdown.
- President Trump previously removed the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, affecting trust in data accuracy.
- Some data collection efforts, like an annual food security report, have ended.
- If the shutdown continues, key reports like the monthly jobs report may not be released on time.
- The delay of the Consumer Price Index report could affect Social Security check calculations.
