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A federal shutdown began October 1, 2025, closing military bases, furloughing workers, and halting non-essential services.
A federal government shutdown began at midnight on October 1, 2025, leading to widespread closures and furloughs at military bases nationwide, including Fort Riley, Fort Hood, Fort Drum, and Sheppard Air Force Base.
Over 15 departments at Fort Riley were closed, affecting civilian employees in non-exempt roles, while essential personnel in life, health, and safety positions continue working without pay.
Military personnel remain on duty without pay until Congress passes a funding bill.
Civilian paychecks for September 7–20 are unaffected and expected by October 2.
Many base services, social media, and communications are limited or inactive, with events like Retiree Appreciation Day postponed.
The shutdown impacts thousands of federal workers, contractors, and National Guard members, who face financial strain despite future back pay.
Essential services, including VA healthcare and military missions, continue uninterrupted.
Un cierre federal comenzó el 1 de octubre de 2025, cerrando bases militares, despidiendo a los trabajadores y deteniendo servicios no esenciales.