Federal workers go without pay today. And, NBA stars arrested for illegal gambling
Summary
Today, many U.S. federal workers are missing their paychecks due to a government shutdown. Additionally, over 30 individuals, including NBA figures, were arrested for illegal gambling. The Trump administration has also implemented new sanctions targeting Russian oil companies.Key Facts
- About 1.5 million U.S. federal workers are not getting paid because of a government shutdown.
- The Senate rejected two different plans to address federal worker payments, one from each major political party.
- Federal workers, like Tierra Carter, are facing financial hardships and are having to take loans.
- Grocery stores near federal offices are seeing fewer customers as a result of the shutdown.
- FBI arrested over 30 people, including NBA coach Chauncey Billups and guard Terry Rozier, for involvement in illegal gambling.
- NBA players and staff allegedly shared private information to help gamblers place bets.
- President Trump has introduced sanctions on Russian oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil.
- These sanctions intend to pressure Russia to negotiate ending the war in Ukraine.
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