The third week of the government shutdown has deepened the crisis, with halted SNAP benefits putting 42 million Americans at risk of hunger and federal workers facing unpaid paychecks. Chad Pergram of Fox News joins ‘America’s Newsroom’ to discuss the worsening effects on families and the economy.
SNAP benefits, which provide critical assistance to low-income households, have been suspended as federal agencies remain closed. This has left many families unable to purchase groceries, with some reporting that they have run out of food. The delayed payments for over 215,000 federal employees have also caused financial strain, with many unable to pay rent or utilities.
Pergram highlights that the shutdown has created a ripple effect across the economy, affecting everything from healthcare to transportation. Businesses that rely on federal contracts are also feeling the impact, as delayed payments and reduced government activity disrupt operations. The ongoing crisis has sparked calls for a government shutdown resolution, though political gridlock continues to block any potential compromise.
With the situation worsening, the call for a resolution has become more urgent. However, with both major parties entrenched in their positions, the path to an agreement remains unclear. As the shutdown enters its third week, the human and economic toll continues to mount, raising concerns about its long-term impact on the nation’s stability.