A government shutdown causes a halt in many federal government operations due to a failure to pass a budget, leading to widespread impacts. About 40% of federal workers may be furloughed and go without pay, with essential workers like TSA and air traffic controllers working without immediate compensation but potentially facing delays and service disruptions. Key effects include travel delays, slowed passport processing, closures or reduced operations at national parks and museums, interruptions to some federal programs and services, and financial hardships for federal employees. Military and veterans' services mostly continue but with delayed pay. Essential public safety functions continue but with strain. Overall, shutdowns disrupt day-to- day government services and cause economic and social repercussions until funding is restored.
