Children across America can rest easy, the government shutdown will not affect how the U.S. military tracks Santa Claus’ worldwide journey this Christmas Eve.
In a tweet, NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command) and U.S. Northern Command reassured children and parents everywhere that the Santa tracking mission will continue even if there is a government shutdown.
“In the event of a government shutdown, NORAD will continue with its 63-year tradition of NORAD Tracks Santa on Dec. 24. Military personnel who conduct NORAD Tracks Santa are supported by approximately 1,500 volunteers who make the program possible each and every year” said the tweet.
The big reason that the Christmas tradition won’t be ruined by a shutdown is that — unlike some other government agencies that might be affected by the shutdown — the Defense Department has already received its full federal funding for the year.
–From ABC News