American Red Cross Supports Military Amid Government Shutdown
The government shutdown has exceeded 28 days with no end in sight, prompting the American Red Cross to step up and aid military service members who may miss paychecks.
Disagreements between Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill have led to the second-longest government shutdown in U.S. history, with concerns escalating over the potential impact on military pay.
After the Trump administration shifted $8 billion from military research and development funds, active-duty members may start missing pay this Friday, despite Vice President JD Vance's statement that members would be paid at the end of the week.
An American Red Cross spokesperson discussed the organization's efforts to support military members with Military.
The American Red Cross is among the organizations nationwide that are coming to military service members’ aid in light of the ongoing government shutdown and potential missed paychecks.
- Government shutdown exceeds 28 days
- American Red Cross aids military service members
- Potential missed paychecks for active-duty members
Author's summary: Red Cross supports military amid shutdown.