Staff Reports
House Speaker Mike Johnson’s recent reversal on safeguarding military pay during a government shutdown is a bitter disappointment and a glaring example of Washington’s unwillingness to put the country’s defenders first. Initially, Johnson showed a rare moment of common sense, hinting at plans to ensure our troops would continue receiving their paychecks even amid political chaos. But now, he appears to have caved, shelving the very plan that would have prioritized America’s military over the endless spending on wasteful projects and overseas adventures that do little to protect our freedoms.
This about-face calls into question where Johnson’s true loyalties lie. While billions are poured into pet projects and international schemes, the men and women who guard our borders and fight for our liberty are left scrambling. It’s a slap in the face to those who put their lives on the line to see their support sidelined, especially when this was a golden opportunity to showcase the core American values of strength, loyalty, and respect for those who serve.
House Speaker Mike Johnson rejects standalone bill to pay US troops, adds feds ‘should’ get back pay as shutdown drags on https://t.co/8XLUsj32vA pic.twitter.com/vNaIR3hFfe
— New York Post (@nypost) October 8, 2025
One cannot help but suspect that deep-rooted swamp politics and the relentless pressure from the liberal establishment and globalist interests influenced this debacle. These forces thrive on weakening America’s military might, leaving our bravest citizens hanging as part of a broader agenda that prioritizes globalist goals over the welfare of hardworking patriots at home. The real losers here are the soldiers who deserve unwavering commitment, not to be treated as pawns in political games.
This political indecision perpetuates the dysfunction that has plagued Washington for far too long. It’s an insult to the sacrifices of our troops that they remain vulnerable to the whims of a broken system, where partisan battles dictate whether they can rely on a paycheck. The liberal elites who champion budget cuts elsewhere are invariably the first to turn a blind eye when it comes to adequately funding our defense.
Our military is the backbone of this nation’s security and freedom, yet the men and women who serve are still left hanging in the balance. It’s time for politicians to step up, show real leadership, and deliver a strong message of support and assurance to the troops. The question remains: will those ensconced in Washington ever truly stand for the soldiers they claim to represent, or will they continue to let politics come before patriotism? The answer to that question defines the very soul of our country.
