ILLINOIS (WCIA) -- The debate over the government shutdown is happening almost 800 miles away. But the impacts of that shut down are very real for people in Illinois, like retiree Brian Innis.

“The social security issues, Medicare issues are top on my mind,” Innis said.

Unfortunately Innis just can’t get away from the shutdown. He is still receiving Medicare but if a problem comes up with his coverage no one is there to pick up the phone. He also likes to fly but shutdowns at FAA has him worried about overworked air traffic controllers.

But that’s not all.

“I am also a veteran, so all the VA stuff that you're hearing about, that stands to affect me if I should have any problems that way. So you're just getting hit from every angle,” Innis said.

Another failed senate vote on Monday is

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