Group 1 - The U.S. federal government shutdown has entered its third week, with the Senate failing to pass a new temporary funding bill [1] - Since the shutdown began, 4,108 federal employees have been laid off, and President Trump is pressuring Democrats, hinting at a new round of layoffs [1] - The shutdown is significantly impacting air travel, with over 20,000 flight delays reported last week due to staffing shortages among air traffic controllers and TSA personnel [1] Group 2 - The shutdown has also affected public health and safety sectors, with FDA employees forced to take unpaid leave while still monitoring food and drug safety [3] - The U.S. job market is facing severe challenges, with consumer confidence dropping to a five-month low, and the Federal Reserve is expected to lower interest rates again due to increasing employment risks [5]
记者观察：美政府“停摆”第三周 两党恶斗持续
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-10-15 11:45