A government shutdown in 2018-2019, which lasted 35 days, caused morale damage among Coast Guard crew members who had to work without pay.
Brooke Millard, executive officer of the Coast Guard Cutter Tall Ship Eagle, experienced this firsthand with her crew of 50 enlisted members and officers.
Military members are required to work without pay during a government shutdown, causing financial stress.
Military members are required to work without pay during the government shutdown.
A photo from 2024 shows a Coast Guard boat returning to the USCGC Harriet Lane after inspecting a fishing vessel.
Author's summary: Military members face financial stress during shutdowns.