U of I political science professor expects more funding issues, travel delays if shutdown drags on


University of Illinois Expert Warns of Prolonged Shutdown Impact: Funding and Travel Challenges Loom

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The record-breaking U.S. government shutdown has reached its 36th day, marking the longest in the nation’s history as of Wednesday.

Initially, as the shutdown began, WCIA 3 engaged in a discussion with Brian Gaines, a political science professor at the University of Illinois. With the shutdown continuing, we sought his insights once more.

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