UJA-Federation of NY to lend $5 million to federal employees affected by shutdown The interest-free paycheck loans are available to those who earn $40,000 or less from New York City, Westchester County and Long Island.
Gov’t shutdown over, Iran sanctions force back at full strength The U.S. government returned to work, and officials who track Iran sanctions compliance were working at a full complement.
Obama administration warns: Gov’t shutdown undermining Iran sanctions Officials say the department monitoring compliance has been depleted, but some Republicans are skeptical about the warnings.