The government shutdown has exceeded 28 days with no end in sight, impacting military pay and SNAP benefits.
Disagreements between Republicans and Democrats have resulted in the second-longest government shutdown in U.S. history, with concerns escalating.
After shifting $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 this week.
The American Red Cross is among organizations nationwide providing aid to military service members affected by the shutdown.
The American Red Cross is coming to military service members’ aid in light of the ongoing government shutdown and potential missed paychecks.
Author's summary: American Red Cross aids military amid shutdown.