Des Moines Sun

Congressman Zach Nunn, who represents Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District, posted a series of messages on October 2, 2025, addressing issues related to military service and the ongoing government shutdown.

In his first message at 18:15 UTC, Nunn reminded constituents about an important deadline for those interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy. He wrote, "Time is running out! If you’re interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy, apply by October 17 and reach out to our office with any questions. ".

Later that evening at 19:30 UTC, Nunn drew attention to the impact of the government shutdown on deployed servicemembers from Iowa. He stated, "1,800 Iowa Guardsmen are overseas right now, deployed in the Middle East to support Operation Inherent Resolve. They won't collect a paycheck until this shutdown ends. That's why I'm backing the Pay Our Troops Act and calling on Senate Democrats to stop grandstanding and end".

At 20:12 UTC on the same day, Nunn addressed broader concerns about how the government shutdown was affecting Iowans and called for action from Senate Democrats. He posted, "It's day 2 of the Democrat Shutdown, and the D.C. dysfunction is already impacting Iowa families, particularly our troops deployed abroad whose families won't get a paycheck until the government reopens. @HouseGOP did our job. Time for Senate Democrats to step up and pass our".

Operation Inherent Resolve refers to ongoing U.S.-led military operations against ISIS in Iraq and Syria since 2014.

Government shutdowns occur when Congress fails to pass appropriations bills or continuing resolutions funding federal government operations and agencies; during these periods many federal employees—including members of the armed forces—may experience delayed pay until funding is restored.