How a U.S. Government Shutdown Could Ruin Your Holiday Travel, Daily Life—And Devastate the Economy

A U.S. government shutdown would spook consumers. Passport offices would shutter, leaving thousands in limbo. A government shutdown during Christmas is more than an inconvenience; Thousands of workers go without pay. That’s less spending at local small businesses, fewer holiday purchases, and a dampened economy at the worst time of year. The ripple effects could turn your life into a nightmare.