Senator Maggie Hassan witnessed firsthand the impact of the federal government shutdown as over 120 special education-related jobs were eliminated, directly affecting vulnerable students and families. The shutdown, triggered by a funding dispute, left critical services in limbo, raising concerns about long-term consequences for education programs. With President Trump’s order at the center of the standoff, the situation highlights broader tensions over government funding and public sector stability. The fallout underscores how bureaucratic gridlock can have immediate, tangible effects on communities relying on federal support.


WASHINGTON – For New Hampshire Sen. Maggie Hassan, it felt personal watching more than 120 jobs tied to special education disappear during the U.S. government shutdown. President Donald Trump ordered ...