Though service members have continued to get paid, the service is constantly unsure if it can make the next payroll for them. The uncertainty has affected mission readiness, said Adm. Thomas Allan, the vice commandant.

In a 53-47 vote, the Senate defeated Democrats’ latest attempt to block President Donald Trump from continuing the war against Iran without congressional authorization.

Among the capabilities the U.S. wants: space systems to enable the Golden Dome missile defense system; the ability to launch aircraft to defend against cruise missiles launched from the Arctic; and ports for special operations forces and the Navy.

Democrats and Republicans on the House Armed Services Committee worry the comments could be damaging to longstanding partnerships.

The comments came a day after President Donald Trump raised the possibility of “taking” Cuba while speaking to reporters at the White House.

Current law requires Guardsmen and Reservists to pay federal income taxes on compensation for drills as well as additional readiness activities throughout the year.

Committee members voted 15-13 to promote Millard to captain. The promotion next heads to the full Senate for consideration.

Senate Democrats said they will tie up the Senate floor with five separate war powers resolutions to compel Republican leadership to greenlight committee hearings.

Sen. Roger Wicker said it was critical to move Rudd into the role amid the war in Iran, but Sen. Ron Wyden said he lacked experience and failed to show an understanding of constitutional limits on the NSA’s surveillance authorities.

Republicans this week raised alarm that the funding lapse has left the Coast Guard without the resources it needs to support escalating military operations in the Middle East, where it has maintained a permanent presence.