Coast Guard Braces for May Pay Gap as DHS Shutdown Halts Funds
A CBS News exclusive reports the Coast Guard is in a funding-induced crisis as the DHS shutdown enters its 75th day: over $300 million owed and $5.2 million in overdue utility bills have led to power, water, and gas outages at bases and housing, forcing pay uncertainty for May and threatening readiness, recruitment, and maritime operations overseas.