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AFGE Fights to End Shutdown as Members Face Economic Hardships

November 03, 2025

Thousands of AFGE members joined a live town hall on Oct. 30 to hear the latest updates on the federation’s efforts to advocate on their behalf in the face of relentless political attacks on federal employee jobs, collective bargaining rights, and now on their paycheck.

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Quick Guide to Shutdown Resources Online

November 03, 2025

Here’s a summary of online resources to help you and your families navigate the government shutdown.

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Need to Delay Your E-Dues Payments During the Shutdown? Here’s How

November 03, 2025

We understand this shutdown is placing unprecedented financial strain on federal employees and their families. That’s why AFGE is allowing members in a non-pay status to temporarily pause E-Dues payments for the duration of the government shutdown.

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It’s Past Time to End This Shutdown

October 27, 2025

This week, Congress pushed our nation into the fourth week of a full government shutdown – an avoidable crisis that is harming families, communities, and the very institutions that hold our country together. Both political parties have made their point, and still there is no clear end in sight.

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Shutdown Update: 5 Things to Know This Week

October 27, 2025

As we approach the one-month mark since the start of the government shutdown, here’s a rundown of actions AFGE and our allies are taking to challenge the administration’s actions and provide you and your families with the resources and support you need during this difficult time.

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Finances Take a Hit as Shutdown Drags On, Members Tell Media

October 27, 2025

Federal employees are feeling the effect of the government shutdown in their wallets – and they’re having to make tough decisions about how to provide for themselves and their families.

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AFGE Launches New Training Portal for Labor Activists

October 27, 2025

AFGE’s Organizing for Activists Training Portal is a new digital space built for federal workers who refuse to stand by while our rights, our jobs, and our unions are under attack.

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AFGE Wins Five International Labor Awards for Media Outreach

October 27, 2025

AFGE received five awards from the International Labor Communications Association on Oct. 21 for work produced by the Communications Department in 2024.

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2025 Shutdown Assistance Map

October 23, 2025

Use the map to find local and nationwide resources for federal employees impacted by the government shutdown.

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Judge in AFGE’s Shutdown RIFs Lawsuit Orders Halt to Mass Firings

October 20, 2025

Our fight against the Trump administration’s illegal move to fire thousands of federal employees who are furloughed during the government shutdown netted a significant victory last week when a federal judge ordered an immediate halt to the mass terminations.

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Lingering Shutdown Impacting Workers’ Wallets, Public Mission

October 20, 2025

With no end in sight to the government shutdown that began Oct. 1, AFGE members are voicing concerns about how the shutdown will affect their finances and the work they perform for the public.

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Union Membership is More Important Than Ever; Join AFGE Today

October 20, 2025

The most important way for employees to protect their paychecks and have a voice on the job is through union membership.

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Shutdown Update: 5 Things You Should Know

October 14, 2025

As the federal government shutdown nears the two-week mark, here are five developments you should know.

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AFGE Members Highlight Shutdown Impact Through Public Rallies, Congressional Meetings, Media Interviews

October 14, 2025

AFGE leaders and members who are locked out of their jobs or forced to work without pay during the government shutdown continued to highlight the impact on them, their families, and the public through public rallies, media interviews, and meetings with members of Congress.

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Tucson Rally Calls on Congress to Protect Workers and Fund the Government

October 14, 2025

As the shutdown entered Day 6 on Oct. 6, a group of federal employees, union members, and community allies gathered at El Presidio Park in Tucson, Ariz., to demand an immediate end to the ongoing lockout.

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