On October 1, 2025, the U.S. government shut down after Congress failed to pass the 12 annual appropriations bills or a stopgap funding resolution. That shutdown lasted 43 days, the longest in U.S.

Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP). The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on an ...

H.R. 1, the reconciliation bill passed in July 2025, enacted a provision that takes away Medicaid from certain adults who can ...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is more than just a safety net; it is a lifeline for many, especially the elderly and disabled. Despite its critical role, a significant number of ...