'Find common ground', tourists in Washington tell lawmakers amid shutdown

The article discusses the impact of the ongoing government shutdown on tourists visiting Washington, D.C. Several popular attractions, such as the US Capitol and Washington Monument, have been forced to close due to the lack of federal funding. Tourists who have traveled to the nation's capital are expressing frustration and urging lawmakers to find a resolution to the impasse. The shutdown, which began on December 22, 2018, is the result of a disagreement between President Donald Trump and Congress over funding for a wall along the US-Mexico border. The closure of these iconic landmarks has disrupted the plans of many visitors, who had expected to see these sites during their trips. The article highlights the importance of these attractions to the tourism industry and the broader economic impact of the shutdown on the local community.