Government shutdown leads to furloughs in US nuclear weapons agency

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Nuclear Security Administration is preparing for furloughs due to the ongoing government shutdown.

The shutdown has created significant gridlock in Washington, affecting various departments and agencies. The individual overseeing this agency noted that their existing funding is nearly depleted, necessitating the furlough of 80 percent of their employees. This is according to the energy department’s shutdown plan.

A small number of staff will remain to perform essential duties related to safety. This decision aims to ensure that crucial safety measures are upheld even as the agency faces staffing reductions.