CHARLOTTE, N.C. — With a potential government shutdown looming over the country, the clock is ticking toward a deadline that could bring widespread disruptions.

If lawmakers fail to reach an agreement by midnight, federal operations will begin to close, affecting thousands of workers and public services.

According to U.S. Congress, the federal government has experienced 14 shutdowns since 1980, with the most recent occurring in 2018 and lasting 35 days.

Let’s verify how this possible shutdown could impact North and South Carolinians. • U.S. Constitution • Congressional Research Service

What would be impacted here in the Carolinas?

In the Carolinas, many non-essential government employees are expected to be furloughed. This includes workers at the Department of Health and Human Ser

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