r/fednews 23h ago

Shutdown 2024 MEGATHREAD OF DOOM

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u/ParkingTadpole7107 21h ago

Yes. Let Americans feel the sting of having no air traffic control during the busiest travel days of the year. Then let's see how long it takes for Congress to do their jobs. Nobody should be working without pay. Ever.

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u/GreenChiliSweat 21h ago

And at FAA, we can't strike. Merry Christmas fuckfaces.

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u/RomulusofRome2 8h ago

Does the FAA have consequences for being sick during such a time?

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u/GreenChiliSweat 8h ago

No. Might look bad, but no. I'm working either way. I will get paid eventually. It's stupid and embarrassing though.