Summary
The U.S. government shutdown has reached its 33rd day. Around 650,000 federal workers are furloughed, meaning they have to stay home without pay. Experts discuss the effects of the shutdown.
Key Facts
- The government shutdown is now 33 days long.
- Approximately 650,000 federal workers are furloughed, receiving official notices to stay home.
- These workers do not receive pay during this time.
- The shutdown is close to becoming the longest in U.S. history.
- Jeremy Mayer from George Mason University discussed the situation's impact.
- Many workers are struggling financially due to the lack of pay.
