Trump Orders Pentagon to Pay Troops Amid Shutdown

n a bold move, former President Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon to use billions in unused defense funds to ensure that U.S. military personnel continue receiving their paychecks during the ongoing government shutdown.

According to reports from major outlets like AP News, Reuters, and Politico, Trump authorized the Department of Defense to tap nearly $8 billion in unspent research and development funds to cover upcoming military payrolls — bypassing the effects of Washington’s budget impasse.

This decision aims to protect active-duty troops who are still serving without interruption while thousands of federal workers remain furloughed. However, legal experts warn that Trump’s directive could face constitutional and budget law challenges, as the Antideficiency Act restricts federal spending without congressional approval.

The move has sparked political debate in Washington: supporters call it a show of strength and loyalty to the armed forces, while critics label it a dangerous overreach of executive authority.

Will Trump’s action stand up legally? Can the Pentagon sustain payments if the shutdown continues? Watch the full report for all the updates and reactions from Capitol Hill and the White House.

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