Government Shutdown Impact on Troops in South Korea
The commander of the 8th Army stated that the pivot in priorities has not affected troops in South Korea, with soldiers still being fed and trained.
They’re being fed this morning.
Despite the government shutdown, President Donald Trump directed the Defense Secretary to use available funds to send paychecks to service members on October 15.
- Troops in South Korea are still training and being fed.
- Civilian workforce has been furloughed due to the shutdown.
The Pentagon's strategic documents have shifted priorities, but funding and training for soldiers in South Korea remain unchanged.
Author's summary: Troops in South Korea unaffected by pivot.