Government Shutdown: Troop Paychecks and Limited Funds
Vice President JD Vance announced that service members will receive their paychecks on Friday.
We do think that we can continue paying the troops, at least for now.
However, he warned that the White House has a "limited pot of money" as the government shutdown enters its fifth week.
- Troop paychecks will be paid on Friday.
- Food stamp benefits are set to run out in a week.
Vance stated, "We've got food stamp benefits that are set to run out in a week. We're trying to keep as much open as possible," after a lunch with Senate Republicans on Tuesday.
Author's summary: Vice President JD Vance ensures troop pay amid shutdown.