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U.S. Shutdown Extends: Workers Unpaid, Gold Surges

Synopsis:


The U.S. government shutdown has furloughed 900,000 workers and left 700,000 unpaid. Major departments remain stalled, President Trump plans program cuts, and gold prices have surged past $4,000 as investors seek safety amid the prolonged political standoff.


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Reuters and Bloomberg | Published on Oct 10, 2025

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US Government News Today

According to Reuters, the U.S. government shut down on October 1, 2025. Lawmakers could not agree on a budget. Six days later, the effects are spreading across the country. About 900,000 government workers are on unpaid leave. Another 700,000 employees are still working without pay.

Departments Under Strain

The Defence Department has sent home more than half of its civilian staff. Military members are still serving but are not being paid. The State Department has furloughed over 60% of its staff. Embassies and passport services remain open but with fewer workers.

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NASA, Commerce, and Education have stopped nearly 80% of their projects. Research, school grants, and public programs are on hold. The IRS has furloughed 34,000 workers, slowing tax and refund services. The Treasury Department is still handling Social Security and debt payments.

Regulators like the SEC, FTC, and FCC are mostly closed. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau remains open because it is funded separately. Key services such as FBI work, TSA checks, air traffic control, and veteran hospitals are still operating.

Political Actions And Legal Risks

President Donald Trump said that several government programs will be cut and jobs will be reduced. The White House later explained that his remarks referred to furloughs, not layoffs. Officials are also reviewing whether furloughed workers will still receive back pay, which is currently protected by a 2019 law.

Experts say firing government workers during a shutdown has never happened before. They believe such action would face serious legal challenges.

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Market Impact

The shutdown has shaken investor confidence. Gold prices rose above $4,000 per ounce as traders turned to safer options. Stock markets have dropped as fears grow about the economic hit from a longer shutdown.

Senate At A Standstill

The Senate remains divided. Both Republican and Democratic plans failed to win the 60 votes needed to pass. Until an agreement is reached, workers will remain unpaid, and public services will continue to be disrupted.

Historical Context 

U.S. government shutdowns began after a 1980 legal ruling under President Jimmy Carter barred agencies from spending without approved budgets. Since then, there have been 15 shutdowns, with the longest lasting 34 days between December 2018 and January 2019.

Key Takeaways

  • 900,000 employees furloughed; 700,000 working without pay.

  • NASA, Commerce, and Education paused most projects.

  • Trump announced cuts; back pay is still under review.

  • Legal experts warn that layoffs would face court challenges.

  • Gold rose above $4,000 as investors sought safety.

  • The Senate remains in a deadlock, keeping the shutdown alive.

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