Chính phủ Mỹ chạm mốc đóng cửa dài nhất lịch sử | VTV24

Key Concepts:

• Government Shutdown (Đóng cửa chính phủ)
• Budget Stalemate (Bế tắc ngân sách)
• Essential Services (Dịch vụ thiết yếu)
• Federal Employees (Nhân viên liên bang)
• SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - Chương trình Hỗ trợ Dinh dưỡng Bổ sung)
• GDP (Gross Domestic Product - Tổng sản phẩm quốc nội)
• Economic Impact (Tác động kinh tế)

Summary:

1. The Onset and Immediate Impacts of the Government Shutdown

The crisis commenced on October 1st when the federal budget expired without a new spending agreement being reached by Congress. This has led to the disruption of numerous essential services. National parks have been closed, and the aviation sector is experiencing chaos with thousands of flights delayed due to a shortage of air traffic controllers.

2. Impact on Social Programs and Federal Employees

Over 42 million Americans who rely on the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) are facing anxiety as reserve funds may be depleted within weeks, despite a court order compelling the administration to make temporary payments for November. Approximately 1.4 million federal employees are directly affected. Many are working without pay, while others have been furloughed (forced to take temporary unpaid leave).

3. Economic Projections and Potential Long-Term Damage

According to the U.S. Congressional Budget Office, a prolonged shutdown could reduce the U.S. Q4 GDP by 1 to 2 percentage points. The permanent damage to the U.S. economy is estimated to be between $7 billion and $14 billion due to service disruptions, delayed data releases, and a decline in consumer spending.

4. Political Stalemate and Historical Context

The U.S. Senate indicated today that cautious progress has been made in budget negotiations, but an agreement to reopen the government has not yet been reached. If the deadlock extends to tomorrow, the U.S. government shutdown will officially break the record, becoming the longest in the nation's history. As of now, there are no clear signs that the government will reopen soon.

5. Conclusion

The U.S. government shutdown, initiated on October 1st due to a budget impasse, has resulted in widespread disruption of essential services, significant anxiety for beneficiaries of programs like SNAP, and direct hardship for federal employees. The economic consequences are projected to be substantial, with potential long-term damage to the U.S. economy. Despite some reported progress in negotiations, a resolution remains elusive, and the shutdown is on the verge of becoming the longest in U.S. history.