'Find common ground', tourists in Washington tell lawmakers amid shutdown
Published: 10/2/2025

The US government shutdown, now in its second day, has led to closures of national monuments and placed thousands of federal workers on unpaid leave. Visitors in Washington are unable to access these sites, prompting concerns about the impact and the need for lawmakers to find a solution. Watch the video by Blanca Estrada, produced by Madeline Gerber, to learn more.