On the third day of a government shutdown deemed “senseless,” Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) has introduced a bill to help federal workers coping with financial pressures. The measure underscores rising concerns over the economic burden on employees who serve vital roles within the government.

In a significant legal move, the Supreme Court has blocked an order to reinstate thousands of fired federal employees, leaving them on paid leave. The decision adds uncertainty to the federal workforce and raises questions about government operations and expenditures.