Government & Public Sector — DHS Shutdown Hits 45-Day Mark as Political Tensions Reshape Federal Workforce and Operations

Government & Public Sector · 2026-03-31

The federal government is experiencing significant structural shifts that signal a transformative period in public sector operations. The ongoing DHS shutdown, now the longest in history at 45 days, exemplifies acute operational challenges while broader institutional changes – including the politicization of the Senior Executive Service and dismantling of key oversight offices – suggest a…