Global News Podcast US government shutdown forces food aid cuts
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Nov 4, 2025 
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Food Aid Cut To Half During Shutdown
- The US shutdown left over 40 million SNAP recipients facing food insecurity and uncertainty.
- The USDA will provide roughly 50% benefits using contingency funds, causing continued hardship and delays for many.
Food Bank Users Describe Shock
- Women at a Detroit food bank described panic and uncertainty when benefits were cut.
- One said the benefit was a "weight off our shoulders" before it was slashed, leaving families anxious.
No Clear Political Off-Ramp Yet
- No bipartisan compromise was evident despite Senate leader optimism.
- Passage depends on Democrats joining Republicans, which had not been happening.
