Government Shutdown: U.S. Troops Face Missed Paychecks—Seriously, Trump’s Shutdown Fiasco Crosses Another Line
Another Shutdown, Another Disaster—Now the Military Gets Stiffed
So here we go again. The government’s shut down (thanks for that, Trump and his MAGA Congress-buddies), but this time, it’s not just a few national park bathrooms turning into health hazards. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent—whose job I will not pretend to envy—publicly confirmed: military families can expect to go unpaid after Nov. 15 if this nonsense continues.
Hell of a Thanks, Right?
Let’s spell it out. You’re out there risking your neck for the country, and the government can’t even cough up your check because D.C. is gridlocked in a pissing contest. Bessent says troops might get their next paycheck—thanks, I guess, to some budget duct tape—but if this shutdown is still going by mid-November? Sorry, hope you enjoy that big box of awe and gratitude instead.
Who’s to Blame? Look No Further Than Trump & His Dysfunctional Circus
Let’s cut through the B.S. This isn’t “both sides.” The Trump administration’s previous assurances that the military would be protected are proving about as sturdy as a wet napkin. When the President tells the Pentagon to dig through old couch cushions for loose research funds (source), you know we’re in deep trouble. Eight billion dollars in leftovers might buy a few weeks’ peace—but what then? Just kick the can and hope the troops have Venmo?
The Blame Game: Bessent Points at Democrats—But Let’s Get Real
Bessent couldn’t resist finger-pointing at “Democratic leaders worried about primaries”—classic Republican blame-dodging. But here’s the kicker: Democrats are fighting to extend health tax credits as a condition for reopening. The GOP? They’ll “talk healthcare”—but only after the shutdown crisis “magically” ends. (If that feels backwards, it’s because it is. Call it McConnell math.) Hakeem Jeffries and Dems have a point: reopening the government and protecting American workers (including soldiers) shouldn’t be something you need to beg for.
Another Economy-Wrecking Own-Goal From the Right
The longer this MAGA-manufactured nightmare drags on, the more the U.S. economy teeters. Hundreds of thousands of federal workers have been here before; now, add military spouses to the list of those living on IOUs because of political grandstanding. Tell me again how “America First” isn’t just a slogan—because right now, it looks a lot like “America Last, Sorry About Your Rent.”
Meanwhile, Essential Workers Hustle Side Gigs…
If you want a mental image of government failure, try this: Federal air traffic controllers are now driving DoorDash or taking out loans just to keep food on the table. So while Trump’s cheerleaders in Congress host donor banquets, public servants are scraping by with gig apps and Senate obstructionists won’t even vote to pay “essential workers” during the shutdown. We’re supposed to call this “leadership”?
Why Does This Keep Happening? (And Who Gets Hurt?)
This marks the longest shutdowns in history have become so routine, you’d think congressional paychecks would be the first ones to bounce. Instead, the public gets hurt: food insecurity, mortgage delinquencies, lost medical coverage, national security lapses—the list goes on. And yet, the same politicians (mostly wearing red hats, let’s be blunt) are back at the podium, feigning concern. If hypocrisy was fuel, we wouldn’t have a budget crisis.
Solutions? Try Bipartisanship and Accountability—for a Change
Congressional dysfunction has gotten so cartoonishly bad, Treasury is literally urging “moderate Democrats” to cross party lines—because Republicans can’t muster the courage to curb their own extremists. Maybe it’s time voters stop rewarding the circus and demand real accountability. Public servants deserve dignity—and our military? They should come before campaign donors and billionaire tax loopholes, every single time.
Let’s Call the Shutdown What It Is: An Attack on American Workers (and Common Sense)
The next time some MAGA die-hard waxes poetic about “supporting the troops,” remind them—Trump’s shutdown is prepping to deny honest soldiers a month’s pay. And just in case anyone forgot: these shutdown crises are preventable. This is political hostage-taking of the worst kind. Enough is enough. Pay the troops. Fund the government. And—crazy idea—maybe elect people who know what the hell they’re doing for a change?
Sources: Don’t Take My Word For It—Check the Receipts
1. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/treasury-secretary-scott-bessent-military-paychecks-government-shutdown/ 2. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/government-shutdown-impact-u-s-military/ 3. https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/government-shutdown-2025-latest-republicans-democrats-trump/ 4. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/hakeem-jeffries-democratic-leader-face-the-nation-transcript-10-26-2025/ 5. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/air-traffic-controller-doordash-loan-paychecks-government-shutdown/ 6. https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/government-shutdown-latest-day-24-senate/ 7. https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/government-shutdown-latest-day-26-with-no-deal-in-sight/ 8. https://www.cbsnews.com/feature/government-shutdown/