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Trump Moves $8B for Pay Amid Federal Layoffs Crisis

10/15/2025

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  • President Donald J. Trump directs the Pentagon to use $8 billion in unobligated funds to ensure active-duty pay on October 15, aiming to relieve pressure on lawmakers amid concerns over unpaid federal workers.
  • House Speaker Mike Johnson faces criticism for not negotiating with Democrats who demand healthcare provisions in any funding agreement.
  • The Trump administration is conducting mass layoffs of federal employees, raising legal concerns about legality during a shutdown.