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Shutdown Fallout: The Families Left Waiting For Help

11 minutes | Sunday, November 30, 2025

When the government shut down for 43 days this past October and November, tens of millions of Americans suddenly found the support they rely on slipping out of reach. The disruption revealed just how vulnerable SNAP recipients are when politics stalls and the system falters. We delve into how the SNAP system really works and break some of the misconceptions behind this government service.
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Shutdown Fallout: The Families Left Waiting For Help
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