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Trump Blames Democrats as 750,000 Federal Workers Furloughed

10/30/2025

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During the 2025 government shutdown, U.S. President Donald Trump presides as about 750,000 federal employees are furloughed, disrupting SNAP.
Trump continues a busy schedule, hosting events and traveling, including a recent trip to Asia.
His administration blames Democrats for the shutdown.
Polls show many Americans hold Trump and congressional Republicans responsible.
Trump has replaced Biden appointees on the Commission of Fine Arts to align with White House construction plans.

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Story summary

During the 2025 government shutdown, U.S. President Donald Trump presides as about 750,000 federal employees are furloughed, disrupting SNAP.
Trump continues a busy schedule, hosting events and traveling, including a recent trip to Asia.
His administration blames Democrats for the shutdown.
Polls show many Americans hold Trump and congressional Republicans responsible.
Trump has replaced Biden appointees on the Commission of Fine Arts to align with White House construction plans.