CNN 5 Things Political blame game, workers furloughed, AI cancer treatment & more
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Oct 1, 2025 Lawmakers are heating up the blame game over the government shutdown, impacting thousands of federal workers and potentially leading to firings. National Guard troops are deployed to Memphis for safety amidst turmoil. Twin hurricanes, Imelda and Humberto, are on the radar, with warnings issued for varying storm paths. Meanwhile, an innovative Trump initiative aims to harness AI in the fight against childhood cancer, offering hope amid research funding cuts.
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Shutdown Spurs Political Blame And Policy Moves
- The shutdown sparked a political blame game with both sides publicly accusing the other of responsibility.
- Economic signals and official memos show the shutdown could be used to downsize government and force more layoffs.
Prepare For Furlough Financial Strain
- Federal employees and communities should prepare for financial strain if furloughs and firings expand.
- Track official notices and union actions to protect pay and legal rights during the shutdown.
Federal Deployment To Memphis
- Hundreds of federal law enforcement officers were deployed to Memphis as part of a federal crackdown on crime.
- The Memphis operation differs from Washington, D.C., because troops there cannot assist in local law enforcement under current rules.