Government Shutdown 2025: What you need to know about air travel, social security, and more

The federal government finds itself hours away from shutting down if Congress does not pass a funding bill by the end of Tuesday. Numerous agencies and departments have issued guidance in recent days on what to expect if there's a funding lapse. But several have yet to release details on the potential impact on operations, an unusual lack of information so close to the funding deadline when compared to previous shutdowns. Here’s what happens if Democrats and Republicans fail t