Is there something different about this shut down? I’m retired Army and active duty service members got paid during previous shutdowns. I got paid in 2013 and then the one in maybe 2020 or 2021? Active duty military pay was separate and protected during other shut downs.

The article doesn’t specifically say that active duty forces won’t get paid, but implies that all military is facing no pay.

The article does specify reservists not receiving pay. But I think they also don’t train during the shut downs. So yeah, missing out on $200-800 for the month can be a hardship, but they are also not working. They would “make up” any missed drills once the shut down was over and get paid once duty was performed. Reserves are functionally a part time job.

I don’t want to poo-poo on drill pay, but unless I’m missing something, the active duty troops (the ones who live off it) will receive their paycheck.

This was an awesome ride, thanks for sharing!!