Government Shutdown Threatens Air Force Paychecks; Families Brace for Impact

A looming government shutdown threatens the financial stability of families like the Campbells, with Air Force personnel facing delayed paychecks amid broader federal funding cuts.

• Heather Campbell, who lost her job at a food bank due to federal funding cuts, faces financial strain as her husband in the United States Air Force risks missing his paycheck.
• Without intervention from the United States Congress, the Campbells expect to rely on credit cards to cover essential expenses like their mortgage and groceries.
• The potential shutdown raises concerns among military families, including those stationed at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama, about their financial security and well-being.