As the possibility of a government shutdown looms, debates are intensifying regarding the pay of Congress members. While many federal workers face furloughs, Congress members continue to receive their salaries. This has led to calls from some Republican lawmakers, including Rep. Ralph Norman and Sen. Rick Scott, to introduce constitutional amendments aimed at docking salaries of lawmakers during shutdowns. Several representatives, such as Jefferson Shreve and Kat Cammack, have publicly declared their intent to forgo their pay during this period, highlighting a growing dissatisfaction with the current system. The issue raises significant questions about fairness in compensation during times of government inaction, with some Americans questioning why lawmakers continue to earn a paycheck while essential workers do not.