FAA veteran says he’s delivering food after shifts to afford his daughter’s tuition — a vivid sign of federal worker strain during the shutdown

Due to the government shutdown, an air traffic controller is working as a DoorDash driver to pay for his daughter's tuition.

He explained to lawmakers how the shutdown has led to financial hardship, forcing him to take on additional work to cover living expenses.

This highlights the significant impact of the shutdown on individuals' daily lives and financial stability, prompting a need for a resolution to avoid further strain on affected workers and their families.