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Congresswoman Kiggans Blasts Dems for Military Pay Block

10/27/2025

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Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) criticized Senate Democrats for blocking the Shutdown Fairness Act.
Senate Republicans led by Speaker Mike Johnson accused Democrats of obstructing military pay.
Virginia has over 189,000 federal workers affected by the shutdown.
The Pentagon's temporary funding, using $8 billion from research funds, may run out by October's end.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned pay disruptions could occur by November 15 if the shutdown continues.

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Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) criticized Senate Democrats for blocking the Shutdown Fairness Act.
Senate Republicans led by Speaker Mike Johnson accused Democrats of obstructing military pay.
Virginia has over 189,000 federal workers affected by the shutdown.
The Pentagon's temporary funding, using $8 billion from research funds, may run out by October's end.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned pay disruptions could occur by November 15 if the shutdown continues.