Economic Consequences of a Government Shutdown
Update: 2025-10-02
Description
Economic Consequences of a Government Shutdown
Key Points:
- Macroeconomic Costs
- Disruption to Benefits & Services
- Federal Workforce Impact
- Private Business Fallout
Takeaway:
A prolonged shutdown quickly becomes a self-inflicted recessionary shock—hitting workers, families, and small businesses while undermining consumer confidence, financial markets, and essential services.
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