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McCarthy Pushes More Work Requirements for Medicaid and SNAP in Debt Talks
Biden could invoke the 14th Amendment to resolve the crisis over the debt ceiling for now, argues Robert Kuttner.
Pandemic-Era Programs Are Coming to End — But the Fight for Justice Isn’t
The helpful programs, as well as the national missteps, can teach us how to chart a better path forward as a society.
Sanders Calls on Biden to Fight for Working People in Debt Ceiling Battle
“We have already too much inequality in America,” said Sanders. “Let's not make it worse.”
Debt Limit Vote Offers a Preview of GOP Attacks If Party Controls Congress
The rush proposal cuts funding for federal agencies and expands work requirements for Medicaid and food stamps.
McCarthy Slammed for “Pro-Starvation Agenda” to Force Cuts to Food Stamps
“Republicans are not only forcing people to give birth, but are comfortable letting those children starve? Disgraceful.”
Food Banks Fear “New and Growing Crisis” of Hunger as COVID-Era Benefits End
Emergency food aid was slashed to pre-COVID levels this March, forcing food pantries to scramble to meet a growing need.
House GOP Pushes Bill Targeting Food Assistance for the Poor
The legislation would impose more harsh work requirements on certain recipients amid growing food insecurity.
30 Million Across the US Have Their Family’s Food Assistance Slashed
“Poverty and hunger are policy choices. It’s time we step up and do more,” said Rep. Pramila Jayapal.
Upcoming Cuts to Emergency SNAP Benefits Threaten Food Security in Rural America
Pandemic-era boosts to SNAP will soon be rolled back, threatening rural communities with little access to alternatives.
Trump’s Former Budget Director Is Advising GOP to Cut Medicaid by $2 Trillion
Russ Vought is urging House GOP to gut many federal programs that low-income people rely on to meet basic needs.