The US Secret Service, is at risk of not being not being able to pay its employees by the end of the week, Semafor reports citing sources; suggesting that a shutdown nears its breaking point

The report about the US Secret Service potentially failing to pay its employees signals that the government shutdown is reaching a critical stage. This situation raises concerns over stability in government operations and can contribute to uncertainty in the markets; assets like Treasuries or the USD could be notably impacted if the impasse continues.