Day 15: Kaptur’s Shutdown Cut Pay for Troops

October 15, 2025

For two full weeks, servicemembers, police, and Border Patrol agents have faced uncertainty thanks to Marcy Kaptur’s reckless shutdown. Republicans passed a plan to keep them paid; Democrats blocked it. Only President Trump’s action ensured our troops weren’t collateral damage.

“House Republicans fought for the men and women who wear the uniform. Marcy Kaptur fought for headlines.” – NRCC Spokesman Zach Bannon