The Trump administration has announced that there is no guarantee of back pay for federal workers during the current government shutdown, reversing a previous policy that ensured pay during such lapses. This decision, seen as a tactic to pressure lawmakers, has sparked legal concerns and criticism from Democrats, who argue that federal workers are entitled to back pay under existing law. The situation remains unresolved as Congress is at an impasse over funding issues. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)