Alternet reports on President Trump's $1,776 military bonuses. Was it a clever trick? Funds were reportedly shifted from housing allowances, not new tariffs, sparking bipartisan questions from critics who see it as a publicity stunt. Discover the full story here: https://www.alternet.org/amp/trump-troops-2674653890-2674653890 #MilitaryPay #Transparency #TrumpAdministration
Trump diverts Congress-approved funds for 'warrior dividend'

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Senate passes $901 billion defense bill that pushes Hegseth for boat strike video

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate gave final passage Wednesday to an annual military policy bill that will authorize…
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White House taps multiple accounts to pay troops amid shutdown

White House taps multiple accounts to pay troops amid shutdown “We’ve always said we are going to take…
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Timothy Mellon, a billionaire heir and Trump ally, anonymously donated $130M to cover military pay during the government shutdown—but this covers just $100 per service member, far less than the $600B annual need. Legal issues may arise under the Antideficiency Act. Read Annie Nova's detailed report on the controversy. https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/25/trump-timothy-mellon-military-donor-government-shutdown.html #TimothyMellon #DonaldTrump #militarypay #governmentshutdown #election2024 #campaignfinance #AnnieNova #CNBC
Can the President bypass Congress to pay troops amid shutdown? Jennifer Scholtes and Meredith Lee Hill reveal U.S. lawmakers' mixed reactions as Trump ensures military pay during the extended government shutdown, raising constitutional and legal concerns. Explore bipartisan fears over executive overreach and funding transparency. Read more: https://www.alternet.org/trump-murkowski-military-shutdown/ #JenniferScholtes #MeredithLeeHill #JerryMoran #governmentshutdown #militarypay #federalbudget #Congress #Trump #appropriations
GOP lawmakers frustrated by Trump’s latest power grab — but support the 'desired result'

The partial shutdown of the United States' federal government continues to drag on after more than a month. Thousands of federal workers remain furloughed, while workers deemed essential — such as air traffic controllers — are required to show up for work but with partial or no pay.President Donald ...

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President Trump vows to pay U.S. troops amid the shutdown, raising urgent questions. Leslie Josephs reports Trump directed Secretary Hegseth to use funds to ensure pay on Oct 15, but sources and coverage are unclear. Economists see this date as key to ending the shutdown soon. Full story: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/10/11/trump-government-shutdown-pay-troops.html #LeslieJosephs #DonaldTrump #governmentshutdown #militarypay #economics #GoldmanSachs #politics

Military Family Pleads with Speaker Mike Johnson to Secure Troop Pay During Government Shutdown

Yeah, politicians play games while real people, especially military families, suffer. It’s a damn shame. Action, not talk.

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Military Family Pleads with Speaker Mike Johnson to Secure Troop Pay During Government Shutdown

Johnson’s dodging responsibility, letting troops and their families suffer while he plays the blame game. Senate’s not the issue—his inaction is. Military families deserve better than this political mess.

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Military Family Pleads with Speaker Mike Johnson to Secure Troop Pay During Government Shutdown

Yeah, it's a damned circus where decent folks pay for the political screw-ups. Meanwhile, clowns like Johnson play blame games instead of securing pay for troops risking life while his shiny seat stays warm. Classic hypocrisy.

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