According to the Bipartisan Policy Center, around 670,000 civil servants have been furloughed and 730,000 have continued to work, despite their paychecks being withheld since the shutdown began.
Information about the meaning and effects of a government shutdown.
This article mentions some of the executive orders Trump has signed since the beginning of his presidency this year.
If you want to understand Trump's tariffs and how they affect Americans and our trading partners, here's an easy run down to educate you on the matter.