This "article" reads more like a partisan spin piece than a serious critique, attacking what is essentially a Christmas bonus. Every active-duty service member receives either government-provided housing or a Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) based on their locality, which appears as a clear line item on each paystub. Service members would immediately know if those benefits were reduced; suggesting they are being “stiffed” is simply inaccurate. Reallocating funds within Department of Defense budgets to provide a one time bonus is neither unusual nor alarming. The bonus does not eliminate housing support or threaten troops’ ability to pay rent. Instead, it offers additional flexibility and recognition, making the outrage surrounding it largely exaggerated
The funds used for the so called warrior dividend would have been used to increase housing allowances. That's what the money was in the budget for. Now a couple billion dollars that would have helped cover housing costs is gone.
The funds covering the "Warrior Dividends" were originally intended to boost the Basic Allowance for Housing, which helps service members pay for off-base housing costs. The remaining $300 million left from the housing program will support future Basis Allowance for Housing requirements, the Pentagon said.
The DoD announced the 2026 BAH rates Dec. 11, 2025. The average Basic Allowance for Housing will increase by 4.2%. Whats your point? The fact is every AD member signs a lease knowing exactly what their rent (or mortgage) & BAH are before hand and BAH can only go up.
I'm a little unclear on your point. You say the budget called for an increase in the BAH. All the news reports I'm reading say that budgeted increase in BAH funding is where the bonus money is coming from, leaving a smaller amount for housing increases. Here's one summary:
Reduction in Available Funds: Approximately $2.6 billion from the $2.9 billion in extra funds Congress had appropriated for improving military personnel's quality of life (specifically the Basic Allowance for Housing program) was redirected for the bonus payments.
One-Time Payment vs. Ongoing Assistance: The money was converted into a one-time, lump-sum payment for eligible service members, rather than being used to sustain or increase the ongoing housing allowances as originally intended by Congress.
Potential for Future Shortfalls: While the Pentagon stated the remaining $300 million would support future BAH requirements, critics argue that repurposing these funds could potentially exacerbate an already strained housing situation for military families or lead to future funding shortfalls for the program.
The BAH rates were already set for 2026 on Dec 11th which was a 4.2% increase. The USG (DoD) have a responsibility to provide a competitive but fair housing allowance for each locality. The DoD cannot simply just give everyone more money, or they risk inflating housing rents in a already overheated housing sector. Reconciliation of those funds into a "bonus" is a nothing burger.
Don't worry, I can't imagine anyone in the military would be using that for anything other than basics. I would love to see the numbers after the holidays are over to see if in fact, there was an influx into the economy. What a putz.
The orange rapist stole that $$$ from affordable housing for military. So he is mot giving military anything he is stealing from you. Once a con man always a con man
The funds covering the "Warrior Dividends" were originally intended to boost the Basic Allowance for Housing, which helps service members pay for off-base housing costs. The remaining $300 million left from the housing program will support future Basis Allowance for Housing requirements, the Pentagon said.
The funds covering the "Warrior Dividends" were originally intended to boost the Basic Allowance for Housing, which helps service members pay for off-base housing costs. The remaining $300 million left from the housing program will support future Basis Allowance for Housing requirements, the Pentagon said.
This "article" reads more like a partisan spin piece than a serious critique, attacking what is essentially a Christmas bonus. Every active-duty service member receives either government-provided housing or a Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) based on their locality, which appears as a clear line item on each paystub. Service members would immediately know if those benefits were reduced; suggesting they are being “stiffed” is simply inaccurate. Reallocating funds within Department of Defense budgets to provide a one time bonus is neither unusual nor alarming. The bonus does not eliminate housing support or threaten troops’ ability to pay rent. Instead, it offers additional flexibility and recognition, making the outrage surrounding it largely exaggerated
The funds used for the so called warrior dividend would have been used to increase housing allowances. That's what the money was in the budget for. Now a couple billion dollars that would have helped cover housing costs is gone.
According to USA Today:
The funds covering the "Warrior Dividends" were originally intended to boost the Basic Allowance for Housing, which helps service members pay for off-base housing costs. The remaining $300 million left from the housing program will support future Basis Allowance for Housing requirements, the Pentagon said.
The DoD announced the 2026 BAH rates Dec. 11, 2025. The average Basic Allowance for Housing will increase by 4.2%. Whats your point? The fact is every AD member signs a lease knowing exactly what their rent (or mortgage) & BAH are before hand and BAH can only go up.
I'm a little unclear on your point. You say the budget called for an increase in the BAH. All the news reports I'm reading say that budgeted increase in BAH funding is where the bonus money is coming from, leaving a smaller amount for housing increases. Here's one summary:
Reduction in Available Funds: Approximately $2.6 billion from the $2.9 billion in extra funds Congress had appropriated for improving military personnel's quality of life (specifically the Basic Allowance for Housing program) was redirected for the bonus payments.
One-Time Payment vs. Ongoing Assistance: The money was converted into a one-time, lump-sum payment for eligible service members, rather than being used to sustain or increase the ongoing housing allowances as originally intended by Congress.
Potential for Future Shortfalls: While the Pentagon stated the remaining $300 million would support future BAH requirements, critics argue that repurposing these funds could potentially exacerbate an already strained housing situation for military families or lead to future funding shortfalls for the program.
The BAH rates were already set for 2026 on Dec 11th which was a 4.2% increase. The USG (DoD) have a responsibility to provide a competitive but fair housing allowance for each locality. The DoD cannot simply just give everyone more money, or they risk inflating housing rents in a already overheated housing sector. Reconciliation of those funds into a "bonus" is a nothing burger.
Beckham, I see you've been drinking the nazi kkkoolaid. Kick rocks.
Well put...when you cant form a logical rebuttal, just call them a Nazi.
If it salutes like a nazi....
I am ANGRY. My Grandfather fought Nazis. assisted in creating a code breaker for nazi messages.
I know I am on the right side of history.
I am proudly ANTIFA and ANTINA.
Anyone who supports the Tangerine Terrorist is a NAZI.
Kick bigger rocks.
Are you suggesting that Trump lied??? Imagine that!
Don't worry, I can't imagine anyone in the military would be using that for anything other than basics. I would love to see the numbers after the holidays are over to see if in fact, there was an influx into the economy. What a putz.
The orange rapist stole that $$$ from affordable housing for military. So he is mot giving military anything he is stealing from you. Once a con man always a con man
Was the expectation for this dividend to be in addition to the rent help?
According to USA Today:
The funds covering the "Warrior Dividends" were originally intended to boost the Basic Allowance for Housing, which helps service members pay for off-base housing costs. The remaining $300 million left from the housing program will support future Basis Allowance for Housing requirements, the Pentagon said.
The lump sum bonus could still be used for rent. Is it rebranding marketing tactics? Yeah, but not a big deal. Democrats should take notes
According to USA Today:
The funds covering the "Warrior Dividends" were originally intended to boost the Basic Allowance for Housing, which helps service members pay for off-base housing costs. The remaining $300 million left from the housing program will support future Basis Allowance for Housing requirements, the Pentagon said.