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Elon Musk's government shutdown? Here's what it means for TSA, IPOs and Social Security.


Published on 2024-12-19 13:00:56 - MSN
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  • As U.S. lawmakers wrangle over spending legislation, here's how some key government functions would be affected by a shutdown.

The article from MSN discusses the potential impacts of a government shutdown on various sectors, focusing on insights from Elon Musk. If the U.S. government were to shut down due to Congress failing to pass necessary funding legislation, several key areas would be affected. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) would see disruptions as many of its employees, deemed essential, would have to work without immediate pay, potentially leading to increased absenteeism and longer security lines at airports. Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) could face delays or cancellations due to the uncertainty and lack of SEC staff to process filings. Social Security payments would continue for the time being, but new applications and certain services might be delayed. Musk, known for his outspoken views, has previously criticized government inefficiencies, and while he hasn't directly commented on this specific shutdown scenario, his general stance suggests he might view it as a symptom of broader governmental dysfunction.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/elon-musk-s-government-shutdown-here-s-what-it-means-for-tsa-ipos-and-social-security/ar-AA1waMDa ]

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