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Government Shutdown Threatens Food Aid for 40 Million

10/27/2025

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The government shutdown enters its fourth week, risking food aid for over 40 million Americans.
Democrats led by Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries refuse to negotiate without healthcare concessions.
They criticize U.S. President Donald Trump for prioritizing foreign trips over negotiations.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture said no food stamp benefits will be issued on November 1.
Senator Josh Hawley is pushing for legislation to fund SNAP during the shutdown.

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The government shutdown enters its fourth week, risking food aid for over 40 million Americans.
Democrats led by Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries refuse to negotiate without healthcare concessions.
They criticize U.S. President Donald Trump for prioritizing foreign trips over negotiations.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture said no food stamp benefits will be issued on November 1.
Senator Josh Hawley is pushing for legislation to fund SNAP during the shutdown.