Federal Shutdown Begins After Funding Deal Collapses, Furloughs And Service Pauses Begin
Oct 1, 2025
Government funding lapsed after lawmakers and the White House failed to reach a deal, triggering a shutdown. Federal unions are suing over OMB directives to consider job cuts, while key services and economic data releases are paused. TSA staff and air-traffic controllers will work unpaid, raising risks of airport disruptions.