"A government shutdown would deliver a devastating blow to hardworking federal employees and the millions of citizens who rely on essential government services," said Everett Kelley, the president of the American Federation of Government Employees. His statement underscores the wide-ranging impacts a shutdown would have on government services and the lives of the citizens relying on them. With over 642,000 federal employees being veterans, their situation is even more precarious, necessitating urgent bipartisan cooperation to avert a crisis.
"We believe there's still time for Congress to prevent a partial shutdown," Jean-Pierre said. This reflects a sense of urgency and hope that lawmakers can reach an agreement swiftly to avoid furloughs and delays in pay for essential federal workers. The timing, just before the holiday season, adds pressure to Congress to act. She also noted that agencies started notifying employees about potential furloughs, signaling the seriousness of the impending shutdown.
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