Will Louisiana troops at Barksdale and Fort Polk get paid October 15?

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President Trump announced that active duty U.S. military members will be paid on Oct. 15 despite the ongoing government shutdown.

The Trump administration identified approximately $8 billion in prior-year funds to cover the military payroll.

House Speaker Mike Johnson and other Republicans blame Senate Democrats for blocking a funding bill, while Democrats oppose any bill without certain provisions.

While active duty troops will be paid, National Guard members are still expected to miss paychecks if the shutdown continues.

President Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson said active duty U.S. military men and women, including about 30,000 serving on Louisiana installations at Barksdale Air Force Base and Fort Polk, will get paid on Oct. 15 despite the government shut