US government shutdown
Gold Prices Soar to Historic $4,000 Threshold Amid Global Economic Uncertainty and US Government Shutdown
Oct 08, 2025 09:39 am CST
Gold has reached a record high of nearly $4,000 per ounce as investors seek safe-haven assets during the US government shutdown. With a 50% price increase this year, gold's rally reflects growing concerns about dollar stability, political uncertainty in major economies, and central banks' continued purchasing of the precious metal. Analysts predict further growth potential despite the possibility of short-term profit-taking.
US Flight Delays Escalate as Government Shutdown Impacts Aviation Staffing and Safety
Oct 08, 2025 09:10 am CST
The ongoing US government shutdown has led to increasing flight delays across major airports as air traffic controllers and TSA agents work without pay. FAA reports staffing shortages in multiple cities, with industry experts warning of potential major disruptions to Thanksgiving travel if the political impasse continues. Airports nationwide are implementing support programs for affected federal workers to maintain operational safety and minimize passenger impact.
Bitcoin Sets New All-Time High Above $125,000 Amid US Government Shutdown: Safe-Haven Asset Rally Continues
Oct 06, 2025 03:47 pm CST
Bitcoin reached a new record high of $125,689 amid the US government shutdown, highlighting its growing status as a safe-haven asset alongside gold. Analysts project potential resistance at $135,000 with $150,000 in sight if momentum continues, while warning about possible volatility due to increasing leverage in the market. Other major cryptocurrencies like Ether and XRP remain relatively stable in this bullish environment.
Inside Trump's Government Shutdown: How Russell Vought Became America's Budget "Grim Reaper"
Oct 05, 2025 03:02 pm CST
Russell Vought, Trump's powerful Office of Management and Budget director, is leveraging the US government shutdown to implement dramatic federal workforce reductions. Once a key architect of Project 2025, Vought now wields unprecedented influence in reshaping American bureaucracy while Democrats accuse him of deliberately engineering the budget crisis to dismantle essential government functions.
US Government Shutdown: Senate Deadlock Continues as Federal Crisis Extends into Next Week
Oct 04, 2025 12:49 am CST
The US government shutdown continues as Senate prepares for a fourth vote on Republican funding proposal with little hope of success. Federal agencies remain unfunded since Wednesday, with 750,000 employees facing furlough as Democrats demand healthcare subsidy extensions and Republicans refuse to address the issue. Political tensions escalate as President Trump threatens permanent layoffs while public opinion increasingly blames Republicans for the congressional gridlock.
US Government Shutdown: 750,000 Federal Employees Facing Furlough as Funding Negotiations Collapse
Oct 02, 2025 10:34 pm CST
The US government shutdown continues as funding negotiations between Democrats and the Trump administration collapse, leaving approximately 750,000 federal employees facing furlough. Senate Democrats are demanding extended health care subsidies while the White House warns of imminent public sector layoffs. Essential workers may be forced to work without pay as federal agencies wind down services until a compromise can be reached.
How a US Government Shutdown Affects Air Travel, National Parks and Tourist Attractions: What Travelers Need to Know
Oct 02, 2025 06:34 am CST
A comprehensive guide to how the ongoing US government shutdown impacts travel plans, including potential airport delays, flight cancellations, and accessibility to national parks and museums. Learn how unpaid federal workers affect air traffic control, TSA security, and border operations, with insights from aviation experts on travel safety concerns during prolonged funding lapses.
H-1B Visa Processing Halted Due to US Government Shutdown: Impact on Indian Tech Workers
Oct 02, 2025 01:43 am CST
The US government shutdown has suspended H-1B visa processing, affecting thousands of tech workers from India. Immigration attorney Nicole Gunara explains that without Department of Labor operations, new applications and transfers cannot proceed until funding is restored. This comes after recent policy changes including a fee increase to $100,000 and proposed reforms to the selection process favoring higher-wage workers.
US Government Shutdown 2025: Impact on Visa Processing and Immigration Services
Oct 01, 2025 09:35 pm CST
The 2025 US government shutdown has created uncertainty around visa and immigration services. While the US Embassy confirms passport and visa services will continue "as situation permits," historical patterns suggest processing delays. With approximately 750,000 federal workers furloughed and President Trump warning of "irreversible" measures, immigration enforcement remains active while other federal services face significant disruption.
US Government Shutdown 2025: Causes, Impacts, and What Services Will Continue Operating
Oct 01, 2025 02:06 pm CST
The 2025 US government shutdown has officially begun after Democrats rejected a Republican funding proposal that didn't address healthcare subsidies. Essential services like healthcare, border protection, and Social Security payments will continue, while approximately 750,000 federal workers face furlough. President Trump has escalated tensions by threatening permanent dismissals of federal employees, adding uncertainty to an already complex situation that analysts estimate could reduce economic growth by 0.1-0.2 percentage points per week.