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The Trump administration has ordered states to halt full SNAP benefit disbursements amid ongoing legal disputes, leading to political backlash and confusion over food aid for millions of Americans, with courts temporarily pausing enforcement while the case proceeds.
The White House announced it will partially fund SNAP benefits during the government shutdown using a contingency fund, despite President Trump’s earlier threat to withhold aid, following a court order to keep some benefits flowing amid legal challenges.
Amid the US government shutdown, Trump officials threatened to cut Snap benefits for the first time in over 60 years, leading to widespread concern among millions of vulnerable Americans who rely on the aid for groceries, with many fearing severe hardship and perceiving the move as cruelty.
The ongoing US government shutdown is causing nearly 42 million Americans, especially low-income families, to lose access to critical federal aid programs like SNAP, Head Start, and energy assistance, leading to increased hardship, food insecurity, and potential job losses among vulnerable populations.
Alaska's governor requested federal assistance after Typhoon Halong caused severe flooding and evacuations in western Alaska, with recovery potentially taking up to 18 months due to the remoteness of affected villages and extensive damage.
Legislation called the FEMA Act of 2025 has been introduced by U.S. House leaders to overhaul FEMA, making it a cabinet-level agency again, streamlining disaster response, reducing red tape, and increasing accountability and efficiency in federal disaster aid and recovery efforts.
The U.S. Department of Education announced immediate steps to implement key provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, aimed at simplifying federal student aid, increasing Pell Grant funding, and improving student loan repayment options, with further guidance to follow.
The Houston Chronicle criticized Kristi Noem's response to Texas floods with sarcasm, highlighting grassroots efforts versus perceived federal inaction and budget cuts affecting disaster aid.
The Trump administration is shifting its stance on FEMA, moving away from plans to abolish the agency and instead focusing on rebranding and reforming it, amid ongoing debates over disaster response effectiveness following severe Texas floods that resulted in over 120 deaths.
New York State and NYC face significant financial challenges due to the Republican tax and spending bill signed by Trump, which reduces federal aid for Medicaid and food assistance, potentially leading to budget shortfalls and increased pressure on local and state governments to manage social programs and funding. While some officials consider managing existing resources, others call for tax increases to offset the losses, amid concerns about the impact on vulnerable populations and city services.
The Trump administration plans to eliminate or significantly restructure FEMA by 2025, aiming to shift disaster response responsibilities to states and reduce federal aid, amidst concerns about FEMA's current readiness and effectiveness.
Donald Trump announced plans to phase out FEMA after the hurricane season, proposing to distribute disaster relief funds directly from the White House and reduce federal aid to states, signaling a significant shift in disaster response policy.
President Donald Trump announced plans to phase out FEMA after the hurricane season, proposing to distribute disaster relief funds directly from the White House and reduce federal aid to states, signaling a significant shift in disaster response policy.
President Trump announced plans to phase out FEMA after the 2025 hurricane season, shifting disaster response responsibilities to states and reducing federal aid, amid criticism of FEMA's effectiveness and internal turmoil within the agency.
Tensions between California Governor Gavin Newsom and President Donald Trump escalated after Trump deployed the California National Guard against Newsom's wishes, leading to harsh public exchanges, threats of arrest, and a significant rupture in their relationship, with potential political and legal repercussions.