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Government Shutdown Threatens SNAP, Hurting College Students' Food Access

11/11/2025

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The ongoing government shutdown has disrupted SNAP benefits, causing severe food insecurity for college students, including single parents.
Maia Jackson, a college senior and mother, says she lacks time and resources to seek food at pantries.
Compton College has increased meal provisions to support students.
Experts emphasize the need for long-term policies to support food access and fully funded SNAP benefits.

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Story summary

The ongoing government shutdown has disrupted SNAP benefits, causing severe food insecurity for college students, including single parents.
Maia Jackson, a college senior and mother, says she lacks time and resources to seek food at pantries.
Compton College has increased meal provisions to support students.
Experts emphasize the need for long-term policies to support food access and fully funded SNAP benefits.