- The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a warning concerning the potential impact of a government shutdown on food assistance programs.
- Millions of Americans could face the risk of losing food assistance if the shutdown continues for an extended period.
- The Trump administration is unable to increase funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) without congressional approval.
- This limitation on funding is due to the administrative constraints that prevent unilateral action by the administration to supplement SNAP resources.
- The warning highlights the importance of resolving the shutdown to prevent disruptions in food aid to vulnerable populations.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-admin-warns-42-million-americans-could-lose-food-stamps-shutdown-drags)
