All In with Chris Hayes Trump renovates bathrooms as his team ramps up the military machine
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Nov 1, 2025 
U.S. Congressman Jamie Raskin, a prominent Democrat from Maryland, discusses the significant political implications of a SNAP ruling and its impact on food security for millions. Meanwhile, Ro Khanna, Congressman from California, explores the moral dimensions surrounding the legislative shutdown and military preparations against Venezuela. The conversation also highlights the challenges posed by a lack of transparency in congressional briefings and the urgent need for clean funding amidst rising tensions and humanitarian concerns.
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Court Orders Protect SNAP Benefits
- The Trump administration argued to let SNAP recipients go hungry during the shutdown by refusing to use contingency funds.
- Courts found that the administration acted unlawfully and must use emergency reserves to pay benefits.
Negotiate Health Credits, Not A Clean CR
- Democrats should hold firm on extending ACA tax credits while agreeing to fund troops and federal workers.
- Use targeted negotiations to reopen government without surrendering healthcare protections.
Build-Up Signals Possible Regime-Change
- The administration has shifted from targeted maritime strikes to preparing lists for potential strikes inside Venezuela, raising regime-change concerns.
- That buildup combines covert CIA actions with a visible naval presence, risking escalation without congressional approval.