Summary
Federal workers are speaking out during a government shutdown that began due to funding disagreements in Congress. They are concerned about job security and cuts to important programs proposed by President Trump's administration. Workers are organizing and talking to Congress and the media to express their worries.
Key Facts
- The U.S. government is under a shutdown because Congress did not pass a funding bill.
- Many federal workers are not getting paid due to the shutdown.
- Some workers, like those at NASA, have had their job roles changed or delayed.
- Federal workers are using this time to speak out against budget cuts.
- There is a climate of fear among federal employees about speaking out due to possible retaliation by the Trump administration.
- President Trump's administration responded by saying these workers are going against the will of the American people who elected him.
- Employees feel that attacks by the administration have strengthened their resolve and unity.