Marketplace All-in-One The shutdown's about to get very real
Oct 27, 2025
Julia Coronado, an economist and founder of Macro Policy Perspectives, dives into the alarming effects of the federal shutdown, highlighting how it might freeze SNAP benefits for 42 million people. She also discusses the implications of impending interest rate cuts due to missing economic data. Meanwhile, Megan Lawton, a BBC reporter, shares insights on Canada's preparations for the World Cup, detailing Toronto and Vancouver's strategies to manage fan transport and address visa issues for international visitors.
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SNAP Benefits Face Immediate Cut
- The USDA warned SNAP funding runs out Nov 1, affecting about 42 million people.
- Democrats and USDA dispute contingency use while SNAP recipients face immediate cuts.
ACA Subsidies At Risk During Shutdown
- Democrats want any stopgap bill to extend ACA subsidies as open enrollment begins Nov 1.
- Without subsidies, premiums for next year will soar and harm consumers.
Controllers Missing Paychecks Disrupt Flights
- Air traffic controllers will miss their first full paycheck tomorrow and some haven't been going to work.
- Resulting control issues caused flight delays and cancellations nationwide over the weekend.