Summary
The article discusses concerns among Americans over the possibility of another U.S. government shutdown. The previous shutdown lasted 43 days and caused financial hardships for many. As the temporary funding agreement ends soon, there is worry that similar issues could reoccur.
Key Facts
- The U.S. government experienced a 43-day shutdown, which was the longest in its history.
- The shutdown caused financial difficulties for many, including military families like Beth Johnson's, who rely on government income.
- The Trump administration adjusted funds during the shutdown to pay military service members, though uncertainty remained.
- Congress reached a temporary funding agreement that lasts until the end of January.
- The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which aids one in eight Americans, is funded until next September.
- Healthcare subsidies affected the shutdown's approvals; some Democrats objected to passing a budget without them.
- More than 1.4 million federal employees went unpaid for the duration of the shutdown.
- Americans are preparing for potential future shutdowns by saving money and stockpiling supplies.
