Day 15 Shutdown Deepens Amid Senate Stalemate | JQJO

The government shutdown reached day 15 with no deal, as the Senate again failed to advance a House stopgap. The Trump administration proceeded with layoffs, but a federal judge issued a temporary restraining order pausing RIF notices for AFGE and AFSCME members. President Trump said $8 billion in unused Pentagon funds would cover one military pay cycle. WIC and November SNAP benefits face uncertainty. Agencies including IRS and Education reported deep furloughs; Smithsonian facilities closed as many parks offered limited services. Flight disruptions mounted amid air traffic controller shortages, while housing offices and other services faced strain.