How would a government shutdown impact the U.S. military? | NYGazet

Active-duty troops and National Guard members on missions will continue to work with the promise of back pay after Congress passes legislation to fund the government.

Unless Congress comes to a funding deal ahead of October 1, the government will shut down, forcing active-duty service members to continue to serve without pay until a deal is made. During a government shutdown, all active-duty personnel, as well as ... [2948 chars]