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Arizona Chamber CEO: Shutdown Threatens Small Business Growth

10/5/2025

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Arizona Chamber of Commerce CEO Danny Seiden highlighted that the government shutdown will impact work permits and small business loans in Arizona.
He noted that the shutdown halts U.S. Small Business Administration loans, vital for small business growth.
Seiden criticized the shutdown as an embarrassment, particularly with the SEMICON West exhibition approaching in Phoenix.
He urged the Senate to pass a continuing resolution to support job creation.
In the Midwest, residents voiced frustration over political divisions and lawmakers' accountability.

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Arizona Chamber of Commerce CEO Danny Seiden highlighted that the government shutdown will impact work permits and small business loans in Arizona.
He noted that the shutdown halts U.S. Small Business Administration loans, vital for small business growth.
Seiden criticized the shutdown as an embarrassment, particularly with the SEMICON West exhibition approaching in Phoenix.
He urged the Senate to pass a continuing resolution to support job creation.
In the Midwest, residents voiced frustration over political divisions and lawmakers' accountability.