This government shutdown could be the longest ever — maybe running until Thanksgiving. What might the economic damage be?
1. Government shutdown could extend well into November, raising economic concerns. 2. Economists estimate 0.1% to 0.2% GDP loss weekly due to shutdown. 3. Potential mass layoffs could escalate economic damage, warned by Trump adviser. 4. Next economic impacts tied to ACA enrollment deadline on Nov. 1. 5. Public concern focuses on economic fallout rather than travel disruptions.