Unpaid Guard Troops Face Hardship in LA | JQJO

4,000 California National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles by President Trump remain unpaid due to delayed activation orders. This has left soldiers without pay, benefits, and adequate living conditions, including some sleeping outdoors. Defense officials attribute the issue to the chaotic and sudden deployment. While back pay is expected soon, concerns remain about financial strain and inadequate support. The mission's cost is estimated at $134 million, and the incident has sparked criticism from California Governor Gavin Newsom.