Shutdown Crisis: Feds Used as Bargaining Chips

Government shutdown crisis: Union leaders blast Congress for holding federal workers hostage! With hundreds of thousands facing unpaid work or forced leave, the American Federation of Government Employees and other unions are demanding an end to the political games. The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers accuses the OMB of illegally denying pay to furloughed workers, while the Association of Flight Attendants warns of aviation safety risks due to understaffing. As the shutdown enters its second week, unions are calling on Congress to negotiate immediately and protect the livelihoods of federal employees and the safety of the nation. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.