Troops and families: How has the shutdown affected you?

Troops and Families: Share Your Experience

Military Times is seeking stories from service members and military spouses affected by the federal government shutdown.

The shutdown has impacted troops and families worldwide, and we want to hear about your experience. Some questions to consider:

To share your story, email [email protected] with your service branch, rank, age, marital status, family size, installation name, and phone number.

Please indicate if you prefer to remain anonymous.

Share your thoughts and experiences with Military Times.

Author's summary: Military Times seeks stories from troops and families affected by the shutdown.

Military Times — 2025-10-17