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Army Ten-Miler Decision Due Amid Possible Government Shutdown

10/9/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Army Ten-Miler in Washington, D.C., may cancel; a decision is due by October 8 for the October 12, 2025 event, likely tied to a government shutdown.
If canceled, registration fees will be refunded.
Road closures run 3:00 a.m.–noon on race day, affecting 14th Street, Independence Avenue, and the Key Bridge.
The virtual race will proceed regardless of in-person status.

History

Historical Context

The U.S. government shutdown from October 1 to 17, 2013, stemmed from a budget impasse over the Affordable Care Act, resulting in 800,000 federal employees being furloughed and an estimated $24 billion economic loss. This historical precedent underscores the vulnerability of public events, like the Army Ten-Miler in 2025, to political decisions, prompting discussions on better contingency planning for future disruptions.

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Story summary

The Army Ten-Miler in Washington, D.C., may cancel; a decision is due by October 8 for the October 12, 2025 event, likely tied to a government shutdown.
If canceled, registration fees will be refunded.
Road closures run 3:00 a.m.–noon on race day, affecting 14th Street, Independence Avenue, and the Key Bridge.
The virtual race will proceed regardless of in-person status.

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