Summary
The U.S. government shutdown has reached day 12, leading Vice President JD Vance to announce that more federal worker cuts may happen if the shutdown continues. The Trump administration is trying to ensure the military is paid and some services for low-income Americans remain, but thousands of workers are already furloughed without pay.
Key Facts
- Vice President JD Vance warned of deeper cuts to federal workers during the shutdown.
- The shutdown has entered its 12th day, causing uncertainty for many furloughed workers.
- The Trump administration plans to pay the military and preserve some low-income services.
- Over 4,000 federal employees are expected to lose their jobs if the shutdown continues.
- The Smithsonian museums, research centers, and the National Zoo have temporarily closed due to the shutdown.
- A labor union lawsuit has been filed against the aggressive budget cuts by the Trump administration.
- Democrats demanded an extension of health insurance subsidies as part of the budget negotiations.
- Negotiations between both parties are stalled, with leaders blaming each other for the deadlock.
