We are very fortunate that President Trump found a way to pay our troops this Wednesday on their payday. For those of you who aren't aware, This country has never, for the last 148 years, because of congressional inaction, failed to pay the troops on time. 1877 was the last time that would have happened this Wednesday. But for what President Trump did, I do want you to know that that option is not going to be available in two weeks for their next paycheck. (10:19–10:29)
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Asserts that the U.S. has paid troops on time for 148 years until now.
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