What is the effect on the bond markets from the government shutdown? | Cumberland Comment
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The U.S. government began its shutdown on Oct. 1, when Congress failed to pass appropriations for fiscal year 2026. The standoff continues between the White House and congressional Democrats with the predictable finger-pointing by both parties out front and center.
The shutdown takes on another dimension as government workers start to miss paychecks. The practical aspects of the shutdown have been nationwide flight delays, no help lines at the Internal Revenue Service, closed access to national parks, and other inconveniences.
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