Donald Trump blasted out a message on Truth Social, claiming he's ordered Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to "use all available funds" to ensure the troops get their paychecks on October 15. The US government is in a full-blown shutdown, and the clock is ticking as soldiers face the possibility of missing their pay.
This mess is the first shutdown in seven years, and Trump’s scrambling to keep things moving. He’s even hinting at talks with Democrats, though the Senate is still stuck in gridlock.
Republicans are pointing fingers at Democrats, accusing them of pushing healthcare handouts for illegals. Democrats are firing back, calling it a blatant lie.
Meanwhile, tourist spots like Carlsbad Caverns and the Smithsonian are feeling the pinch, with workers sent home and visitors left in the lurch.
