Both main parties are using the government shutdown to score political points. This is despite the impact it is having on labour market data and other core government activities. It might sound like a fringe concern, but being able to call on robust, verified data is key to the US dollar’s standing worldwide. Losing it means this former safe-haven is flying blind.
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