US Funds Israeli War, Can't Pay Its Own Workers
According to The Hill , 'these workers won’t get paid Friday if the government shutdown continues.' This heartbreaking reality spotlights the precariousness of federal employment, yet sidesteps the glaring, multi-billion-dollar allocation that never seems to face a 'shutdown.' While essential domestic services—and the livelihoods of their employees—hang by a thread, Congress consistently ensures
that foreign military aid, particularly to Israel, remains uninterrupted. This is not a new phenomenon; for decades, US aid has been a steadfast priority, often at the expense of domestic needs. For instance, Congress recently approved billions in aid to Israel, including an additional $14 billion in military support in February 2024 (HR 815), even as lawmakers bickered over funding for their own
government. Funny how a 'fiscally responsible' shutdown never seems to affect the supply chain for F-35s or Iron Dome missiles, only the paychecks of USDA inspectors or TSA agents. One might wonder if the government only becomes 'too expensive' when it's helping its own citizens.