The process of a government shutdown involves Congress’s role in halting federal operations. Congress, acting as the only entity capable of initiating a shutdown, maintains operational capacity for essential services. Federal employees, including congressional staffers, are subject to furlough periods, significantly reducing their work hours. This temporary reduction in workforce size is a consequence of the shutdown’s goal of achieving legislative priorities. Congressional officials are responsible for managing the situation and negotiating agreements to avoid prolonged disruption to government functions.
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