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Banks, credit unions offer 0 percent interest loans during the government shutdown

Amid the stalemate in Washington, credit unions and banks across the country are making accommodations for government employees. Launch Federal Credit Union is issuing zero-percent interest rate loans of up to $3,000 to employees of the federal government. Some banks also are waiving certain fees and allowing customers to break certificates of deposit early.