| Source | CBS Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | April 30, 2026, 9:01 a.m. |
| Last Updated | April 30, 2026, 9:01 a.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/coast-guard-crisis-dhs-shutdown-halts-pay-in-may-cuts-power-strains-missions/ |
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The U.S. Coast Guard cannot pay its bills. The military branch — now 75 days
into the [ longest shutdown ][1] in U.S. history — owes over $300 million in
unpaid obligations. And with thousands of utility bills overdue, totaling $5.2
million, duty stations and military housing worldwide are facing s...