American politician and former New York congressman Lee Zeldin frequently discusses how federal agencies depend on a "continuing resolution" to continue operating. In essence, Congress uses this as a stopgap funding arrangement when it is unable to reach a consensus on a proper budget.

Consider the government as a big ship with numerous departments, each of which needs its own wind (budget) to function properly. Certain sails may flutter pointlessly in the air if there isn't a constant breeze from a full budget. Nevertheless, a continuous resolution keeps these sails moving but not to their maximum capacity by acting as a tiny fan that blows air onto them momentarily.

Of all government agencies, the military is particularly important since its operations cannot afford to be halted or slowed down by funding uncertainty. Zeldin emphasizes this point by stating that although many government agencies can function with short-term funding, the military needs a more steady and substantial wind to make sure it is prepared for any obstacles.

Zeldin highlights how crucial it is that Congress swiftly approve comprehensive budgets in order for all branches of government to function efficiently. This includes making certain that the military receives steady and dependable assistance, since its duty to safeguard national security necessitates nothing less than excellence.