Shutdown sidelines CISA staff, raising cyber‑risk for U.S. infrastructure
The federal government shutdown has led to furloughs at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), officials and reporting say, leaving personnel who help defend the U.S. electric grid, water systems and other critical infrastructure partially or fully sidelined. CBS News’ Homeland Security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports the staffing gaps could reduce threat monitoring and response capacity during an active funding lapse that began Oct. 1, 2025.
Government/Regulatory
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Cybersecurity
🔍 Key Facts
- Named agency: Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) — furloughed staff are reported to be affecting agency operations.
- Scope of impact: CISA is responsible for protecting the U.S. electric grid, water supply and other critical infrastructure sectors from cyber threats.
- Timing/context: Reported amid the federal government shutdown that began Oct. 1, 2025, which has prompted across‑the‑board furloughs at multiple agencies.