It is not different this time, it's just taking a little longer to sort out. Be patient and you'll see things return to normal, just like they always do.
I guess I should clarify my statement. It seems different to me, since I'm not running around with my head cut off looking for factory loaded ammo, like I was in 2009. I got into reloading, and no longer have to fight everyone and their mother for ammo. I have a fair amount of components (for me) that I will, hopefully, be able to shoot as normal until this all blows over.
My OP was more of a curiosity thing, since I haven't seen the brass issue discussed. It seems that all of the threads are about factory loaded ammo, where to buy it and the sky high prices people are paying. Hopefully the current situation will open some people's eyes, as 2009 did for me, and more shooters will be prepared next time this crap comes up. Well, probably not, but one can hope, right?