Group 1 - The U.S. federal government shutdown has delayed the release of key economic reports, including the Consumer Price Index and employment data, which are crucial for economic decision-making [1][3] - The shutdown has entered its third week, impacting various industries such as aviation, tourism, and real estate, and affecting food assistance programs for low-income individuals [4][16] - Over 13,000 air traffic controllers received a paycheck, but if the shutdown continues, it may be their last for the month, increasing stress and uncertainty in the aviation sector [4][6] Group 2 - Air traffic controllers are currently managing over 45,000 flights and 3 million passengers, but their focus has shifted to when they will receive their next paycheck, posing new risks to the aviation industry [8] - Many museums and attractions in Washington, D.C. have closed due to the shutdown, disappointing tourists who had planned visits [10][12] - Approximately 17% of the population has postponed significant expenditures, such as buying homes and cars, due to the uncertainty caused by the government shutdown [14] Group 3 - The shutdown has severely affected food assistance programs, with around 7 million low-income individuals relying on the Women, Infants, and Children program, which may soon run out of funding [16][18] - The Department of Defense has utilized approximately $8 billion from research and development funds to ensure military personnel receive their paychecks during the shutdown, which may lead to legal risks for the government [19]