Army repurposed over $151 million from soldier paychecks for food to spend elsewhere: Report

The U.S. Army has redirected over $151 million collected from soldiers’ pay for food to its general fund, according to a Military.com report. Eleven major Army bases collected $225 million in Basic Allowance for Subsistence but spent only a fraction on food services.

Rep. Jill Tokuda, D-Hawaii, emphasized the need for an investigation, stating, “Stealing food money from our soldiers is not how we achieve military readiness.”

Service members reported dissatisfaction with meals, including undercooked meat and unhealthy menu options, leading to decreased participation in dining facilities.