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SNAP Crisis Deepens Amid Government Shutdown Controversy

10/31/2025

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The government shutdown is affecting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which serves about 42 million people.
Critics say Democrats' refusal to reopen worsens the crisis for those dependent on federal aid.
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is urged to use the state's $8 billion rainy day fund to mitigate shutdown effects on food assistance.
Right-leaning commentators criticize Democrats for using shutdown as a political tool against U.S. President Donald Trump.

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The government shutdown is affecting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which serves about 42 million people.
Critics say Democrats' refusal to reopen worsens the crisis for those dependent on federal aid.
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is urged to use the state's $8 billion rainy day fund to mitigate shutdown effects on food assistance.
Right-leaning commentators criticize Democrats for using shutdown as a political tool against U.S. President Donald Trump.