Rose is one of thousands of federal workers who have been terminated by the Trump administration. At 26, she's left wondering what to do now.

Some legal scholars say that the administration is bungling the chance to expand presidential power.

Federal agencies are sending out sample contract agreements to their employees in what appears to be an effort to alleviate doubts. But some of the language differs from the original offer.

A government shutdown is looming but not every federal office will close completely. Some critical services will continue as employees work without pay.