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Officials face dispute over paying furloughed workers

by LAWIN.news October 8, 2025
written by LAWIN.news October 8, 2025
Photo credit: The Washington Post
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The 2025 government shutdown entered its eighth day on Wednesday as Democrats and Republicans stood firm on their positions with no sign of compromise.

Thousands of federal employees remain furloughed while Congress continues to debate whether they should receive back pay for lost workdays.

The shutdown began after Congress failed to pass a budget, halting funding for non-essential government services and forcing federal employees into temporary unpaid leave.

The dispute centers on spending priorities that have stalled budget negotiations.

Democratic lawmakers are pressing for a measure guaranteeing back pay, arguing that workers should not suffer financially from political gridlock. They say many affected employees are already struggling to cover basic expenses.

Some Republicans oppose automatic back pay, citing fiscal strain and arguing that compensation for unworked days could remove pressure to resolve budget disputes promptly. Others within the party, however, acknowledge that back pay has been granted in past shutdowns and could be reinstated once an agreement is reached.

Furloughed workers have expressed growing frustration, staging protests in several cities to draw attention to their financial difficulties. Many are relying on savings or negotiating with landlords and creditors to make ends meet.

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