Shutdowns began as a way to enforce federal law. Now Trump is using it to take more power
Published on: Oct. 25, 2025, 7:14 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
A prolonged government shutdown is giving President Donald Trump unprecedented power. Historically, shutdowns aimed to enforce federal law. Now, Trump uses the funding lapse to target political opponents and reshape the federal budget. This approach is hardening positions, potentially altering future funding disputes. Federal workers face pay delays, impacting essential services and the economy.
