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NJ Spotlight News | NJ Advance Media closes Washington bureau | Season 2023

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Reporter Jonathan Salant, who was laid off, discusses his years on the job
The video at the provided URL features an interview with Jonathan Salant, a political reporter for NJ Advance Media, discussing the potential impact of a government shutdown on New Jersey. Salant explains that a shutdown could affect federal employees, including those in the military and at the Federal Aviation Administration, leading to furloughs and delayed paychecks. He also mentions that programs like WIC, which provides nutritional assistance to women, infants, and children, could be disrupted. Salant notes that while some services might continue, the overall economic impact on the state could be significant, and he emphasizes the urgency of Congress reaching a budget agreement to avoid these consequences.

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