In a highly unusual move, the Pentagon has accepted a $130 million anonymous donation to help pay military salaries during a government shutdown. The donor has been identified as Timothy Mellon, a billionaire and supporter of former President Trump. This donation, while lauded by Trump as a gesture of patriotism, raises concerns over the legality of private funding for military salaries. The donation aims to alleviate financial hardship for troops amid ongoing budgetary issues in government, with many Democratic representatives voicing opposition to the arrangement.