Federal agencies have begun resuming normal operations after the historic 43-day government shutdown. Furloughed employees are returning to work, and public services are restarting across the country. Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo are among the institutions reopening in a phased approach. Staff are gradually welcoming visitors while ensuring safety and proper staffing levels. This reopening marks a return to routine for millions of Americans who rely on government services. Many federal workers are receiving back pay for the time they were furloughed. Employees expressed relief at returning to work, as the shutdown had caused financial stress for thousands of…
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