As the government shutdown persists, Wisconsin Social Security beneficiaries may be wondering about the effect on upcoming October payments. In short, no. However, the Social Security Administration ...

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The government shutdown has begun after Republicans and Democrats failed to agree on continued funding. Americans may feel the repercussions of a shutdown on their next park outing or plane trip.