Proposed Pay Raise for Junior Enlisted Troops

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Veterans on Duty chairman Jeremy Hunt criticizes the Biden administration for opposing a proposed pay raise for junior enlisted troops as recruitment struggles in the military. Both parties in the Armed Service Committee support the pay boost.

Key Points

  • The military is facing a recruitment crisis.
  • Both parties in the Armed Service Committee back the pay raise for junior enlisted troops.
  • Military pay has not kept pace with housing costs, leading to financial struggles for junior enlisteds.

Pros

  • Increasing pay can help address the recruitment crisis in the military.
  • Supporting junior enlisted troops financially is crucial for their well-being and retention.

Cons

  • The Biden administration opposes the significant, permanent change to the basic pay schedule before a military compensation review is completed.