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The longest government shutdown in history, mass layoffs, and unprecedented Christmas holidays are among the most memorable events for federal employees in 2025.
The House passed a bill that would nullify an Executive Order stripping union protections while the TSA moved to eliminate collective bargaining.
Facing mounting pressure to end the shutdown as more Americans feel the strain, 8 Democrats voted with Republicans late on Sunday to create momentum that could end the shutdown.
The ongoing government shutdown is now the longest in U.S. history.
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As the shutdown drags into a 4th week, AFGE surprises the political establishment by backing a clean CR—putting worker relief ahead of party loyalty and pressuring both sides to act.
AFGE is urging Congress to pass a continuing resolution to end the government shutdown and resume federal employees’ paychecks.
Both parties edge toward compromise in the 2025 shutdown, offering small concessions on pay and health care while political fears and union pressure keep Washington gridlocked.
The government shutdown is in its third week with no deal in sight. Here is the latest in this saga and updated estimates for when and how it might end.
Key deadlines loom as federal employees miss paychecks and political leaders stay firm. Will the shutdown end soon—or stretch to Thanksgiving as political pressure mounts?
