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Lawmakers Urge Trump to Protect Coast Guard Pay Amid Shutdown

2/21/2026

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On Feb 20, 2026, Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) with 12 lawmakers urged U.S. President Donald Trump to ensure Coast Guard pay during the DHS shutdown.
They warn that over 41,000 Coast Guard personnel could miss pay due to Feb 14 DHS funding lapse, a move they say Democratic leaders are leveraging in negotiations.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said he would not support a funding bill without immigration enforcement changes.

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On Feb 20, 2026, Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) with 12 lawmakers urged U.S. President Donald Trump to ensure Coast Guard pay during the DHS shutdown.
They warn that over 41,000 Coast Guard personnel could miss pay due to Feb 14 DHS funding lapse, a move they say Democratic leaders are leveraging in negotiations.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said he would not support a funding bill without immigration enforcement changes.