Saralnama
The US government shutdown has furloughed about 750,000 federal employees. Many workers worry if the shutdown will cause temporary leave or permanent job loss. The Trump administration plans more job cuts, with some agencies starting layoffs. Essential workers at the Environmental Protection Agency are few, while most frontline staff face furloughs. Federal workers face financial stress, using savings or loans to survive. Labor unions have sued against firing threats, calling them illegal. The shutdown disrupts government services and harms workers who want to serve the public. The last shutdown in 2018-19 lasted 35 days and cost the economy ₹88,000 crore. Workers hope the budget will protect critical programs and prevent further harm. (Updated 1 Oct 2025, 23:27 IST; source: link)