Summary
The U.S. federal government closed because Congress did not agree on a budget. Over two million government workers are currently without pay. There is concern that some of these jobs might be cut permanently.
Key Facts
- The federal government of the United States shut down due to a budget disagreement.
- Congress could not reach an agreement on funding the government.
- More than two million federal workers are affected by the shutdown.
- These workers are not getting paid during the shutdown.
- There is concern among workers about potential job cuts during this time.
- The shutdown involves disagreements between Democrats and Republicans.
- President Donald Trump is a factor in the concerns regarding job security.
