Government Shutdown: When Will the Military Troops Get Paid? | WSJ

Government Shutdown Impact - Active duty military members could miss their first paycheck if Congress doesn't act, potentially affecting troops deployed globally [1] - Over 13 million (130万) active duty military members across various branches are considered essential employees and required to work without pay during a shutdown [2] - Hundreds of National Guard troops deployed to DC, California, and Illinois are also affected by the shutdown [2] Congressional Response - The National Guard Association and other groups are urging Congress to pass a standalone bill to ensure service members are paid during the shutdown [2] - House Speaker Mike Johnson indicated openness to bringing a bill to the floor to ensure troops are paid, referencing past actions [3] - Congress previously passed a similar bill before the 2013 government shutdown to ensure military pay [3]