The Press Room AZ joins lawsuit over SNAP benefit suspension | Predatory practices around mobile homes
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Oct 31, 2025 Jim Nintzel, a local politics journalist, and Caitlin Schmidt, an investigative reporter, unpack Arizona's legal battle over SNAP benefits amid a federal shutdown. They explore how cuts could undermine food banks and community resources. Yana Kunichoff discusses her reporting on the crisis facing manufactured-home residents in Pima County and the grassroots organizing led by Ray Winch. The conversation highlights overlooked challenges and advocates for tenant rights and accountability, shedding light on essential housing issues.
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SNAP Suspension Threatens Widespread Hardship
- Arizona could lose SNAP benefits for hundreds of thousands if the shutdown continues, worsening food insecurity.
- Caitlin Schmidt and Jim Nintzel warn the impact will be dire, especially for children and those already stretched thin.
Transit Costs Strain City Budget
- Tucson transit costs have risen sharply and the city now subsidizes a much larger share from the general fund.
- Candidates debate whether restoring fares (about $9M potential) is worth the operational cost and possible ridership drop.
Safety, Homelessness, And Drugs Intersect In Voter Minds
- Public safety, homelessness, and opioid addiction intersect and shape voter concerns in Tucson.
- Jim Nintzel notes the city can act locally even when county and state roles complicate quick solutions.