The United States federal government officially shut down at midnight on October 1st, 2025, following the Senate's rejection of continuing appropriations bills. The shutdown was triggered by disagreements over funding for immigrant healthcare, with Democrats, including Representative Maxine Waters, advocating for healthcare for all, while Republicans, such as Senator Ron Johnson, expressed opposition to funding for undocumented immigrants. President Trump, who supported the House-passed continuing resolution, has publicly opposed the shutdown. During the 29-minute reporting window from 12:36 AM to 1:05 AM UTC on October 1st, 2025, the ramifications of the shutdown began to emerge. The Congressional Budget Office had previously estimated that up to 750,000 federal employees could be furloughed daily, with potential economic costs of approximately $400 million per day. Key FDA activities, particularly food inspections not covered by user fees, are immediately impacted, according to former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb. In the wake of the shutdown, President Trump posted a picture on Truth Social mocking House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and the White House Press Secretary shared a quote from Representative Maxine Waters acknowledging Democrats' demand for healthcare for everyone. Separately, Republican Representative Tom Barrett and Democratic Representative Donald Norcross announced they would withhold their pay during the shutdown, though members of Congress continue to receive pay while their staffs do not. Amidst the shutdown developments, other news emerged. Bad Bunny was announced as the headliner for the Super Bowl LX halftime show, according to an announcement by the NFL. Heritage Foundation president Kevin Roberts released a statement commending Dr. E.J. Antoni, whose nomination for chief economist at the Bureau of Labor Statistics was reportedly pulled. Trade experts discussed tariffs and a looming Supreme Court decision on IEEPA levies. Additionally, reports indicated that Jack Ciattarelli's Lt. Governor nominee stated all taxes are on the table, but not for millionaires.
