Longest Government Shutdown Deals a Blow to American Economy and National Security

As the longest federal government shutdown in American history grinds toward an end, its damage is clear: millions of hardworking federal employees remain unpaid, daily life is disrupted for countless families, and a struggling economy faces setbacks that may last well beyond reopening day.Over 1.25 million federal workers have missed paychecks since October 1st—crippling their ability to spend, save, and contribute to local communities. Thousands of flights have been canceled as overburdened air traffic controllers go unpaid, jeopardizing safe travel and undermining confidence in America’s transportation infrastructure.Who Pays When Washington Plays Political Games?This shutdown isn’t just a bureaucratic inconvenience; it’s...