Please go to work if you are supposed to show. AWOL is the basis for disciplinary action up to an including a removal from federal service. As someone who is working for free and commuting 4 hours a day, I feel you.

https://wtop.com/government/2019/01/opm-unpaid-essential-personnel-must-show-up-or-risk-awol-status/

Do your job based on what God requires. Seek assistance for gas or bus fare but go!! Here’s a link to resources. Scroll down to see the full list.

https://myfedbenefitshelp.com/assistance-programs-for-federal-employees-furlough-during-the-government-shutdown/?fbclid=IwAR1EBN9SeXnfm

If you want to talk about it contact me at hattye@hattyeknight.com.