Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 19:32     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
I’ve canceled almost all of my monthly recurring memberships- yoga, fresh dog food (def a luxury), and skipping my monthly hair appointment. No eating out for myself or kids, and I’ve planned for a lot of low-cost, high yield meals (chili, soup, spaghetti, etc.).

Had to make the heartbreaking decision to pause my teenage son’s weekly therapy appointment- copay is $50 each appointment. Also looking into ditching cell phone plan for pay-as-you-go.
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 19:32     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
Anonymous wrote:We have never been busier at our restaurant. We also can't find workers. There is so much work out there. 100s of restaurant jobs in DC alone.
Our18-year old was hired without any experience in Tysons Corner and is working 25+ hours a week while going to school.
I don't know how much money you all need to make, but we make $30-$45 an hour right now.
I want to retired as I invested well, but I have to go in for the brunch rush yet again.
I don't know anyone out of work.
Rent actually went down in our condo building and they still can't find renters fast. The few units for sale will not have buyers, because ti's cheaper to rent.


Aren't you a peach?

People all across this country are hurting.
Sales are down in all sectors.
Inflation is rising so is unemployment and the National Debt is cruising faster than ever but you go on and be the dummy you are.
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 19:28     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Tysons mall was packed and busy last night. People buying, people eating, people shopping, Halloween costumes going at $90 a pop. Folks buying Yeti customized products and test driving Rivians. Lots of foot traffic and cars all night long.


As a furloughed fed...not sure these are my peers you're seeing. I've never seen a Rivian in our parking lot. Hasn't hit most of the contractors I know so far.


+1. There's a lot of wealth in this area, some will be untouched by the shutdown and some will feel it but at a distance or next year.

No Rivians in my federal lot either, and my family doesn't shop at Tysons even when we're getting paid. But we are tightening up where we do spend: canceled subscriptions, pulled back charitable donations, postponing repairs and tree trimming, skipping events that require admission tickets or purchases (like apple picking or fairs). Other than the subscriptions, it's mostly local spending.
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 19:27     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
I’m a fed contractor who won’t be getting back pay. I’m angry because I cannot max out my 401k now, since I’m not getting paid.
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 19:13     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
Anonymous wrote:GOP members of congress and senate have done their jobs. Dems are letting this country down, as usual.


It's all so predictable and tiresome.

In the end, the politicians always come out ahead, with raises and more money into their pork and slush funds, and the people have to pay more taxes.

Government exists for itself.
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 18:26     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
Where should Americans be looking for jobs overseas before orange sells everything for his benefit to vodka Pouty and oil shieks ?
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 16:46     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
Half of the births in the United States are paid for by Medicaid. Hospitals are going to cut back on what those women receive. Guessing midwife births with minimal anesthetics and no heroic efforts to save babies and move them to expensive NICU treatment.
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 16:39     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
Anonymous wrote:Hello ,
Its been almost one month in government shutdown . I am feeling hit now. my savings account is drying up . prediction tells this shutdown will continue upto 43 days. I have cut down all my expenses , eating out mostly staying home and trying to find new job. How you guys are managing . what impact do you see of this government shutdown in DMV region. Honestly i dont see any impact for now everything is fine , restaraunts are full , people are still spending money , rents are also high not coming down. People are saying health insuracne rates are going up will it have any significant impact.

Please discuss
1)do you see any effect of shutdown on your budget ? are you cutting any expenses
2)do you see your health insurance premium going up ? will it have any effect on your budget , mortgage rent etc..
3)what are chances of feds loosing job ?
4) what can be broader impact of this shutdwon in DMV area. Please add more points if you like to.

Thank you


Trump is going balls to the walls on the shutdown and will hold out until the Democrats concede. He does not care how it affects people or his presidency. I am not a fed but if were I would be looking for a job anywhere in the US or overseas if that suits your family.
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 14:43     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
The effect on my (large, government contracting company) is that our revenue is way down, we've got internal employees on mandatory 32-hour work weeks with the rest either eating into their PTO or leave-without-pay. We have completely furloughed some staff. We've been told bonus pools will be small for 2025. Most of us are still working, but our invoices will not be paid so my company will be tight on cash.

I don't see any reason for either side to compromise right now. And the more Congress cedes its power to the Executive Branch, the more likely it is that our democracy degrades. I don't know the answer--it's bad.
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 10:55     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
Total Government Shutdown Days Under U.S. Presidents

Jimmy Carter: 1 day
Ronald Reagan: 6 days
George H.W. Bush: 4 days
Bill Clinton: 27 days
Barack Obama: 16 days
Donald Trump: 63 days

Epstein files and elections that is why they are not open.
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 10:48     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
Anonymous wrote:We have never been busier at our restaurant. We also can't find workers. There is so much work out there. 100s of restaurant jobs in DC alone.
Our18-year old was hired without any experience in Tysons Corner and is working 25+ hours a week while going to school.
I don't know how much money you all need to make, but we make $30-$45 an hour right now.
I want to retired as I invested well, but I have to go in for the brunch rush yet again.
I don't know anyone out of work.
Rent actually went down in our condo building and they still can't find renters fast. The few units for sale will not have buyers, because ti's cheaper to rent.


Same - I thought there would be Feds driving uber, etc. but the airport was packed with lots of people waiting a long time for rides.
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 10:45     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:What burns me up - and must learn to let go — is that when this mess is over - and we are given our money (the feds who’ve had to go into office and pretend nothing is going on) they will pay us in one lump sum. This is basically giving them an interest free loan (as we will be taxed at the highest rate - so they win. Too late to get out. Thanks for the vent!


I thought about the interest part the other day. If this situation continues into the new year, the lump sum/back payment will count towards our earnings for 2026. This will increase our overall income for 2026 and may push some into a higher income tax bracket when you file in 2027. Additionally, it could lead to complications with the Thrift Savings Plan, causing the maximum contribution limits for the year to be reached more quickly because of the lump sum


But your tax bracket will be lower in 2025… so?
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 10:31     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
What's the closest to a coup in USA? Was it Jan 6?
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 10:30     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:On x some people are saying the House won't be back this year.


And none of them should be getting paid until those spineless republicans do their jobs


Trump doesn’t want govt to reopen. First item on the agenda is Epstein files. He’s going to pressure republicans to keep it shut.



this

Plus elections on November 4th he's building a bunker he's never reopening


Conveniently leading into the treasury building (where many young folks spent nights during doge several months ago) from the former East wing aka ballroom
Anonymous
Post 10/25/2025 10:28     Subject: Government Shutdown and Finances , observation and effect on DMV area
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:On x some people are saying the House won't be back this year.


And none of them should be getting paid until those spineless republicans do their jobs


Trump doesn’t want govt to reopen. First item on the agenda is Epstein files. He’s going to pressure republicans to keep it shut.


In so many ways it is 2020 again. Schools are not closed this time