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Federal Shutdown Sparks Unemployment Surge, State of Emergency Declared

10/31/2025

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The federal government shutdown is causing economic hardship for workers in North Carolina and Hawaii, where unemployment claims have surged and food banks face pressure.
In North Carolina, the Division of Employment Security processes about 20 unemployment claims daily.
Heather Hughes, a federal employee, is working without pay and facing financial strain.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore declared a State of Emergency and directed $10 million to support food security.

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Story summary

The federal government shutdown is causing economic hardship for workers in North Carolina and Hawaii, where unemployment claims have surged and food banks face pressure.
In North Carolina, the Division of Employment Security processes about 20 unemployment claims daily.
Heather Hughes, a federal employee, is working without pay and facing financial strain.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore declared a State of Emergency and directed $10 million to support food security.