It’s been weeks and the U.S. government shutdown isn’t ending anytime soon. For many fams, that means worrying if their next groceries will hit empty… 🥖🥦
More than 40 million Americans rely on SNAP – the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – to make ends meet. But with the shutdown entering its second month, families are bracing for potential cuts that could leave them scrambling at checkout lines.
This isn’t just a number: it’s real moms, dads and kiddos choosing between rent or rice, gas or groceries. 😓
Here are some of the creative ways families are coping:
- Meal prep hacks: Bulk cooking on a budget to stretch every dollar. 🍲
- Community support: Local food banks and mutual-aid crews stepping in. 🤝
- DIY gardens: Growing herbs & veggies in windowsills and balconies. 🌱
While Congress negotiates, households are showing serious hustle and heart. But many hope for a deal that brings SNAP back to full speed – because nobody should be left hangry. 😤❤️
Reported by CGTN’s Jim Spellman.
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Families prepare for cuts to SNAP as government shutdown continues
cgtn.com
