The 7 The government shuts down; Pete Hegseth’s big speech; Riyadh comedy festival; and more
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Oct 1, 2025 The federal government shutdown's immediate impacts are unfolding, affecting services and workers. Controversy brews as Pete Hegseth and Trump address military leadership. A new Pfizer deal promises reduced drug prices, stirring discussions on Medicaid. Fewer people are traveling for abortions, partly due to the rise of mailed medication. Meanwhile, Riyadh's comedy festival faces backlash over human rights issues. Plus, learn about DoorDash's new delivery robot, Dot, and meet this year's champion of Fat Bear Week.
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Immediate Impact Of The Shutdown
- The federal government shut down after lawmakers failed to pass a funding measure and Senate Democrats blocked a short-term fix.
- About 750,000 federal workers are furloughed while many others work without pay and key services and parks close.
Trump Frames Shutdown As Opportunity
- President Trump said he would use the shutdown to reshape government and could take irreversible actions during the lapse in funding.
- Basic services like mail and Social Security persist because they are funded outside the annual appropriations process.
Unusual Briefing For Military Leaders
- Hundreds of generals and admirals were summoned to a Marine Corps base to hear President Trump and Pete Hegseth speak.
- Hegseth used profanity and criticized military leadership while Trump urged using American cities as training grounds in a long address.