A Secret Gift for the Troops

Pentagon Receives $130 Million Surprise Donation

A mystery donor has stepped forward to assist military personnel during the government shutdown, providing the Pentagon with a substantial $130 million to cover soldiers' salaries and benefits.

Timely Assistance Amid Government Shutdown

The donation came just as the government was shutting down, causing pay delays for many workers, including troops. The Pentagon accepted the money under a special rule that allows them to receive gifts.

The donor's generosity ensured that soldiers would be paid, even as politicians struggled to agree on government funding. The Pentagon expressed gratitude for the help, especially since some politicians had refused to pay the troops.

President Trump Commends the Donor

President Trump discussed the donation at the White House, calling the donor a patriot who loves the military and wanted to fill the gap left by the shutdown. He did not reveal the donor's name but mentioned that a big check had been sent to help.

The Donation's Impact

While the $130 million donation is generous, it is a small fraction of the government's usual spending on troops. Military pay and benefits cost about $6.5 billion every two weeks. Therefore, the donation, though significant, is not enough to fully address the troops' needs.

Politicians Fail to Pass Pay Bills

Meanwhile, senators attempted but failed to pass a bill to pay soldiers and other essential workers. Democrats proposed a different plan to pay all federal workers affected by the shutdown, but that also did not pass. For now, the mystery donor's gift provides some relief, but it is not a complete solution.