Hawaii Military Members Face Financial Stress During Shutdown
Military members in Hawaii are experiencing financial stress due to the government shutdown.
Brooke Millard, executive officer of the Coast Guard Cutter Tall Ship Eagle, recalled the previous shutdown in December 2018 and January 2019, which lasted 35 days and affected morale among her crew.
- Crew of 50 enlisted members and officers had to report to work without pay.
- The shutdown damaged morale among the crew.
Military members are required to work without pay during the government shutdown.
Photo: Coast Guard boat returns to the USCGC Harriet Lane after inspecting a fishing vessel. (KEVIN KNODELL / [email protected] / 2024)
Author's summary: Hawaii military members face financial stress during shutdown.