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1.4 Million Federal Workers Struggle Amid Ongoing Shutdown

10/17/2025

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The government shutdown has left approximately 1.4 million federal employees furloughed or working without pay.
Air traffic controllers and Coast Guard employees are sharing experiences on TikTok to raise awareness and seek support.
The Trump administration's proposed layoffs have added to the uncertainty, with more than 4,000 employees facing potential job losses.
Union leaders criticize the use of federal workers as political leverage, highlighting the human impact of the shutdown.

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The government shutdown has left approximately 1.4 million federal employees furloughed or working without pay.
Air traffic controllers and Coast Guard employees are sharing experiences on TikTok to raise awareness and seek support.
The Trump administration's proposed layoffs have added to the uncertainty, with more than 4,000 employees facing potential job losses.
Union leaders criticize the use of federal workers as political leverage, highlighting the human impact of the shutdown.