On October 7, local time, the White House released a statement from the U.S. Federation of Postmaster Generals and Administrators on social media platforms, stating that the government shutdown has caused great trouble to the American people.
The statement said that because Congress was unable to make decisions on short-term appropriations, U.S. taxpayers were unable to access many government services. If the government shutdown continues, it will affect federal employees 'retirement procedures with the Office of Personnel Management, the upcoming federal health insurance open season and applications for social protection benefits. The Senate should immediately pass the existing funding resolution and restart government operations. Republicans and Democrats need to work together to negotiate fiscal year 2026 appropriations bills and other pressing issues. (General reporter Zhang Yingzhe)