UMD students express disappointment about government shutdown Some university community members have been furloughed or put on back-pay from their federal jobs and internships because of the shutdown. Sanya Wason October 22, 2025
The government’s closed but your problems aren’t Editorial Cartoon. Madeline Brandwin October 21, 2025
UMD experts say worse political gridlock is contributing to government shutdown’s length Hundreds of thousands of federal employees are either working without pay, getting furloughed or receiving partial paychecks because of the shutdown. Irit Skulnik October 17, 2025
Maryland officials concerned about layoffs after federal government shutdown Gov. Wes Moore said in a press conference Wednesday morning that the shutdown was avoidable and will directly hurt Maryland residents. Sanya Wason October 2, 2025
Here’s how UMD community members could be affected by the government shutdown As part of the shutdown, about 750,000 employees are at risk of being furloughed a day, halting an estimated $400 million in compensation each work day. Sanya Wason October 1, 2025
A House divided cannot stand. Republicans must compromise with two House Speakers. Partisan politicians need to put their differences aside and do what’s best for the country. Hunter Craig October 12, 2023
Decorum requires dignity. The Senate should adhere to an inclusive dress code. To command authority, senators should still dress to impress. Hunter Craig September 28, 2023
The government shutdown forced this College Park restaurant to close Fishnet is the latest College Park restaurant to close its doors in the last two years. Sahana Jayaraman August 27, 2019