6 h. ago Washington dysfunction is ruining the lives of millions of ordinary Americans

Government shutdown eliminates Affordable Care Act tax credits and SNAP benefits, leaving millions without health benefits or food assistance as Congress fails to act.

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7 h. ago Food stamp benefits for 42 million Americans in jeopardy today amid shutdown

President Donald Trump could use $5 billion emergency fund for SNAP benefits during shutdown, Democrats argue, while Republicans demand government reopening first.

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10 h. ago SNAP benefits run dry as shutdown continues, here's how states are stepping in

On Saturday, some 42 million low-income Americans, including 16 million children, lost access to benefits through the SNAP program as the government shutdown continues.

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11 h. ago SNAP benefits run dry as government shutdown continues, here's how states are stepping in

SNAP benefits run dry as government shutdown continues, here's how states are stepping in  ABC News

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11 h. ago With the outlook for SNAP benefits uncertain, food banks are warning of a crisis

More Americans are turning to food banks to help fill the assistance gap, but administrators caution they aren't designed to act as a safety net for a government program.

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11 h. ago As SNAP benefits run dry, 'grocery buddies' are footing their neighbors' food bills

With federal food aid frozen during the government shutdown, there has been a wave of people rushing to help — sending gift cards or buying groceries for SNAP recipients in their community.

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18 h. ago Uncertainty Persists for Americans Waiting for Food Benefits After SNAP Ruling

Judges on Friday ordered the federal government to continue providing food assistance during the shutdown. But benefits will still most likely be interrupted.

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20 h. ago Where you can volunteer in L.A. to help those affected by disruptions to SNAP benefits

Where you can volunteer in L.A. to help those affected by disruptions to SNAP benefits  Los Angeles Times

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21 h. ago Where Seattle students and families losing SNAP benefits can get help

Where Seattle students and families losing SNAP benefits can get help  The Seattle Times

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21 h. ago Hassett says Democrats have 'no plan' as SNAP benefits for 42M Americans hang in balance during shutdown

The government shutdown threatens SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans as President Donald Trump and Kevin Hassett push to eliminate Senate filibuster rules.

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22 h. ago With SNAP benefits unclear, these WA restaurants will feed those in need

With SNAP benefits unclear, these WA restaurants will feed those in need  The Seattle Times

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22 h. ago With SNAP benefits uncertain, these WA restaurants will feed those in need

With SNAP benefits uncertain, these WA restaurants will feed those in need  The Seattle Times

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24 h. ago US judges say Trump administration must keep paying Snap food benefits during US shutdown

US judges say Trump administration must keep paying Snap food benefits during US shutdown  BBC

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24 h. ago US judges say Trump administration must pay Snap food benefits

US judges say Trump administration must pay Snap food benefits  BBC

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24 h. ago Live updates: Impact of government shutdown on Bay Area, California SNAP benefits

Live updates: Impact of government shutdown on Bay Area, California SNAP benefits  ABC7 San Francisco

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24 h. ago Sen. Lisa Murkowski on SNAP benefits and the government shutdown

NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Sen. Lisa Murkowski about the possible loss of SNAP benefits due to the shutdown.

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24 h. ago GOP Sen. Lisa Murkowski urges colleagues to reach deal as SNAP benefits dry up

NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Sen. Lisa Murkowski about the possible loss of SNAP benefits due to the shutdown.

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24 h. ago Live updates: SNAP benefits set to lapse this weekend as government shutdown stretches into day 31 | CNN Politics

Live updates: SNAP benefits set to lapse this weekend as government shutdown stretches into day 31 | CNN Politics  CNN

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25 h. ago Two judges rule Trump admin must keep SNAP benefits in place as shutdown drags on

A pair of federal judges ordered the Trump administration to keep SNAP payments flowing during the government shutdown, averting a lapse in food aid for millions of Americans.

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25 h. ago Live updates: Judges order Trump administration to pay SNAP benefits

Live updates: Judges order Trump administration to pay SNAP benefits  NBC4 Washington

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