Trump Orders Pentagon to Use Funds to Pay Troops During Shutdown

The Pentagon plans to pay military troops by shifting $8 billion, despite legal restrictions under the Antideficiency Act, amid ongoing government shutdown concerns. Critics, including Rep. Rosa DeLauro, argue this may violate the law, which prohibits spending without congressional approval, and could lead to legal penalties. The Government Accountability Office has not yet reviewed these actions, but past violations during previous shutdowns have resulted in legal warnings.