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Government shutdown likely means no inflation data next month for 1st time in decades

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First time in decades: Government shutdown likely to cause absence of inflation data next month Due to the government shutdown, the inflation report may not be released next month for the first time in over seven decades, affecting Wall Street and the Federal Reserve. Most inflation data is collected in person, but the shutdown has … Read more

Senate Democrats, holding out for health care, ready to reject government funding bill for 10th time

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Senate Democrats, poised to reject 10th government funding bill in pursuit of healthcare provisions Senate Democrats continue to reject a stopgap spending bill to reopen the government, insisting on addressing health care benefits. House Republicans have left Washington amid the standoff. Democrats are demanding guarantees on extending subsidies for health plans under the Affordable Care … Read more

Federal workers endure financial strain and fear layoffs as the government shutdown drags on

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Federal employees grapple with financial stress and uncertainty over layoffs during prolonged government shutdown The government shutdown continues, leaving federal workers struggling with mounting financial strain. Trump administration’s promised layoffs add to uncertainty. Both parties are at an impasse, using federal workers as leverage. Layoffs have already begun across different agencies, with unions filing a … Read more