We are now on day 11 of the government shutdown and now some museums and zoos are starting to feel its effect.
The National Zoo in Washington D.C. has officially closed after having no funding to continue its operations due to the government shutdown.
All Smithsonian Museums in Washington D.C. have also closed its doors as lawmakers are unable to come into an agreement.
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CBS News provided the latest update on the government shutdown:
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Federal employees began receiving notices on Friday telling them they will be laid off in 60 days, CBS News has confirmed, after the Trump administration floated layoffs during the government shutdown. More than 4,000 workers at seven federal agencies could get layoff notices, according to a court filing.
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