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Michael Che Slams Government Shutdown's Impact on SNAP

11/2/2025

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Michael Che criticized the government shutdown's impact on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in an Instagram post.
He highlighted videos showing mostly Black families unable to buy groceries due to delayed SNAP benefits, despite a judge's ruling for emergency fund use.
Che expressed frustration over societal judgments of poor families, particularly Black individuals, who find ways to survive.
His comments follow an open letter from Hollywood stars opposing proposed cuts to SNAP and Medicaid.
Che will return to "Weekend Update" as Miles Teller hosts Saturday Night Live.

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Michael Che criticized the government shutdown's impact on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in an Instagram post.
He highlighted videos showing mostly Black families unable to buy groceries due to delayed SNAP benefits, despite a judge's ruling for emergency fund use.
Che expressed frustration over societal judgments of poor families, particularly Black individuals, who find ways to survive.
His comments follow an open letter from Hollywood stars opposing proposed cuts to SNAP and Medicaid.
Che will return to "Weekend Update" as Miles Teller hosts Saturday Night Live.