Government Shutdown Deepens Economic Crisis in Nation’s Capital — Who’s Accountable?

Washington, D.C., once a symbol of national pride and prosperity, is now a glaring example of how misguided federal policies and political brinkmanship devastate local economies and families. The longest government shutdown in history is not just a bureaucratic spat—it directly threatens the livelihoods of hundreds of thousands of federal workers and the businesses that depend on their paychecks. How Did We Let This Happen to America’s Capital? The Capital Area Food Bank serves as an urgent warning sign. Facing an unprecedented surge in demand—providing 8 million more meals this year than planned—the food bank underscores a harsh reality: government...