SNAP, government shutdown and WIC
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"People really are in desperate need right now," said a mother from Mesa, as the ongoing federal government shutdown threatens to impact WIC benefit payments.
SNAP funds running out during the shutdown is the big news, but other food assistance programs are also running dry.
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Low-income families face a financial cliff as government shutdown threatens 4 federal aid programs
"I'm wondering how I'm going to be able to afford everything" if federal food aid is halted, one single mom said.
"For many women, this is not optional. They're having to choose now between paying their electric bill or feeding their baby."
Get live updates and the latest news as the government shutdown hits the one month mark, with Trump administration promising military paychecks but not SNAP funds.
The Senate is now adjourned until Monday afternoon, which will mark the 34th day of the government shutdown. Senate Majority Leader John Thune appeared exasperated in his calls for the Democrats to turn the lights back on in Washington, D.C.