The partial federal government shutdown has started, affecting federal employees and military personnel in Northern California. While Travis and Beale Air Force Bases remain operational, military members may have to work without pay, potentially impacting base readiness. Federal employees, including firefighters, also risk missing paychecks, echoing the financial hardships seen during the 2018–2019 shutdown. Congressman Ami Bera warns that delays in benefits like Social Security or veterans’ payments may occur, while union representatives emphasize the personal strain on families. Members of Congress and the President continue to receive pay, but federal workers are left to manage essential duties under financial uncertainty.

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