Military Families Face Uncertainty as Shutdown Disrupts Paychecks in Washington

The government shutdown is causing significant anxiety among military families, particularly at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, as uncertainty looms over their paychecks.

• Alicia Blevins, a spouse of an active duty Marine at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, cites her mental health struggles due to the ongoing government shutdown impacting military pay.
• Military families, particularly those residing in Washington (state) and North Carolina, are facing heightened anxiety as they wait for the United States Congress to resolve the shutdown.
• The White House and The Pentagon have been under pressure as military families express frustration over the financial instability stemming from the government shutdown.