White House Signals It May Try to Deny Back Pay to Furloughed Federal Workers: What It Means and Why It Matters
Introduction In negotiations over funding and budget priorities, a surprising and controversial stance can emerge. Reports that the White House may push to deny back pay to furloughed federal workers have sparked renewed debate about workers’ rights, the mechanics of government shutdowns, and the political ramifications for those involved. Below, we break down what back … Read more