Air Traffic Control Shortages During Government Shutdown: What to Know

As the government shutdown enters its 13th day on Oct. 13, the lack of funding continues to cause shortages at air traffic control, impacting air travel nationwide. Air traffic controllers, like their counterparts at the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA), are considered “essential” workers and are required to report to their stations during government shutdowns, even

Treasury Shuffling Funds So Troops Can Get Paid During Shutdown, Bessent Says

A Sherman tank participates in the Army’s 250th birthday parade in Washington on June 14, 2025. Samuel Corum/Getty Images Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Oct. 13 that the Treasury Department is adjusting its payment processes so active-duty service members can continue to be paid during the government shutdown. Bessent’s remarks, made in an Oct.

Fetterman Urges Democrats to Reopen Government, Says Shutdown Sends ‘Wrong Message’

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) heads to the Senate Chamber for a vote at the U.S. Capitol in Washington on May 10, 2023. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) said Democrats sent the wrong signal by allowing a government shutdown, arguing that Congress should reopen the government and negotiate health care policy. “It’s, like, I