The federal government, meanwhile, could indeed take action to continue paying essential members of the military during the shutdown. As explained at Congress.gov, President Obama in September 2013 signed the Pay Our Military Act to ensure service members received their compensation during a two-week shutdown in October of that year.

CNBC wants to hear from individuals who purchase health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace.

Congress has walked up to the edge of a shutdown numerous times in recent years, but prolonged closures are rare.

According to an Axios survey by The Harris Poll, most Americans believe it is harder to afford groceries compared to a year ago. The findings, released Thursday, show that 47% of the general public feel pain in their wallets, while 34% said that prices are about the same. Meanwhile, 19% of respondents think groceries are now easier to afford.

During a shutdown, "non-essential" government employees are furloughed without pay. But some politicians will still be taking home their salary.

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After Napheesa Collier aired private conversations earlier this week, WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert delivered her annual address ahead of the Finals with more emotion and less corporate-speak than had become the norm in her tenure.

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