President Donald Trump faced criticism for hosting a lavish Great Gatsby-themed Halloween party at his Mar-a-Lago resort at the same time that vital food assistance funding for millions of Americans was set to lapse due to a government shutdown. Approximately 42 million Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and its funding was scheduled to end on November 1.
Democrats, including California Governor Gavin Newsom and Representative Ro Khanna, accused Trump of being out of touch and prioritizing his wealthy friends over struggling citizens. They highlighted the contrast between the opulent party and the impending hunger faced by millions.
The White House, through spokesperson Anna Kelly, defended Trump, stating that Democrats were responsible for keeping the government open and that the President wanted them to "do the right thing." Trump himself blamed Democrats for the funding lapse and expressed a desire to provide funding if given the appropriate legal direction from the courts, comparing it to his actions with military and law enforcement pay.
Legal challenges were underway as a federal judge ordered Trump to release emergency funding for SNAP, and another ruled that the government was likely unlawfully blocking these funds. Families expressed terror over the potential loss of benefits, with one judge emphasizing the irreparable harm that would occur if funding stopped. The administration was given a deadline to decide on... download the app to read more
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