Vice President JD Vance’s office has responded to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s public criticism of his ‘bull—- politics’ regarding the suspension of SNAP benefits during the government shutdown. Shapiro, who joined 24 states in suing the USDA over the November SNAP benefit freeze, accused Vance of betraying his Appalachian heritage by opposing the funding. Vance’s press secretary, Taylor Van Kirk, countered by blaming Democrats for the shutdown and highlighting Trump’s efforts to secure SNAP support. The exchange, which took place during a press conference in Philadelphia, marks a significant moment in the growing political rivalry between the two figures, both seen as potential presidential candidates in 2028.