By Kristin Burnell, Photojournalist: John O’Donoghue and Ty Coney
Published: Sep. 29, 2023 at 6:16 PM EDT
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) – “I’m so sad we might be in this position again as we were 5 years ago,” said Jodi Falk. The United States bracing for another potential government shutdown as lawmakers have yet to reach a deal to extend federal funding.
“It is our first responsibility to keep the government open,” said U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren.
If a deal is not reached, people locally and across the country will see a pause in federal services, programming, and pay. The executive director of Rachel’s Table in Springfield tells us they are ready to respond to those in need, should a shutdown happen.