By the fourth week of the U.S. government shutdown, frustration and uncertainty had grown palpable across the country. Federal offices were closed, national parks stood empty, and hundreds of thousands of government workers faced mounting financial strain as their paychecks were delayed indefinitely. Families scrambled to cover rent, mortgages, and basic living expenses, while essential services that rely on government personnel began to feel the strain. The situation was a stark reminder of how political gridlock can ripple through ordinary lives, turning policy disagreements into deeply personal hardships. Amid the widespread anxiety came a startling report that captured national attention: a private citizen had allegedly stepped in to donate $130 million to ensure that military personnel continued to receive their pay during the shutdown. The New York Times identified the donor as billionaire Timothy Mellon, though neither Mellon nor…
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