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.