Here’s who will be affected if the government shuts down.

Government Shutdown Impact - Short Term - Limited movement in Treasury market and other financial indicators expected due to anticipated short-lived nature of shutdown [1] - Previous shutdowns have not had major economic impact [1] - Potential for more local economic impact in Washington DC due to prior federal layoffs [1] - Direct reliance on government payments affected, impacting municipal and state sectors, government contractors, and vendors [1] Government Shutdown Impact - Long Term - Shutdown leading to broader, longer-lasting government policy changes, specifically cuts, could impact DC's local economy [2] - DC's local economy, including street carts, retail, and restaurants, is vulnerable [2] - Significant reliance on government spending, such as defense, is a key factor [2]