WASHINGTON — Although the federal government is closed, Maryland is still trying to prepare for changes from the White House. Those who live in Silver Spring who’re watching say they don’t like what’s coming.

Robert Merry says he’s concerned about the Trump administration cancelling grants meant to make roads in his neighborhood safer for pedestrians.

“If you look around, specifically in Silver Spring where I live, you see Georgia Ave is a speedway for cars,” Merry said. “We need more of that funding for citizens like you and me.”

Vanessa Youngers says she’s already seen the impact of the shutdown in her social circle.

“I have a lot of friends at work and peers in my neighborhood who’ve lost their jobs, and are currently furloughed, and just seeing their day-to-day struggles is concern

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