As the government shutdown drags on, millions of women and children could lose WIC benefits by November, jeopardizing one of America’s most vital nutrition lifelines.

As the federal shutdown continues, funding for WIC — the nutrition program serving nearly 7 million mothers and children — could run out by November 1, threatening food access nationwide.

Three major pilot unions have urged Congress to pass the Republican-backed funding bill to end the government shutdown, warning that continued inaction threatens air safety and holiday travel nationwide.

The U.S. national debt has surpassed $38 trillion during a government shutdown, marking the fastest $1 trillion increase outside the pandemic and fueling concerns over inflation, interest costs, and long-term fiscal stability.

Three weeks into the government shutdown, President Trump’s approval rating remains steady around 42–45%, reflecting deep political polarization and unshakable partisan loyalty.

The US government shutdown reflects deep partisan divides over healthcare and spending, with millions of workers and citizens caught in the political crossfire.