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Trump's Government Management Approval Plummets as Republican Support Wanes, New AP-NORC Poll Reveals
Nov 13, 2025 04:08 am CST
A new AP-NORC poll shows President Donald Trump's approval rating for government management has fallen to 33%, down from 43% in March, with significant drops among Republicans and independents amid the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. While his overall presidential approval remains steady at 36%, the growing dissatisfaction within his own party highlights potential risks as federal workers remain unpaid and essential services face disruption.
US Government Shutdown Enters Record 36th Day: Impacts on Air Travel, Federal Workers, and Economic Stability
Nov 05, 2025 05:06 pm CST
The US government shutdown has reached a record 36 days, creating widespread disruption across essential services. Unpaid air traffic controllers are increasingly absent as holiday travel season approaches, while 1.25 million federal employees work without pay or face furlough. Economic impacts include potential GDP reduction, delayed tax refunds, suspended healthcare data collection, and partial SNAP benefit payments. With both political parties firmly entrenched, resolution remains elusive despite mounting public pressure and recent Democratic electoral victories.
US Government Shutdown: 42 Million Americans Face Reduced Food Aid as SNAP Payments Cut by 50%
Nov 04, 2025 02:41 am CST
The ongoing US government shutdown has forced the White House to reduce Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments by 50% for 42 million low-income Americans. Despite federal court rulings requiring the use of emergency funds, the Agriculture Department will not compensate for the shortfall, leaving one in eight Americans uncertain about affording groceries while political disputes over healthcare subsidies continue.
SNAP Suspension: How Federal Food Aid Cuts Disproportionately Impact Black Americans
Nov 03, 2025 11:24 am CST
The suspension of SNAP benefits during the government shutdown highlights America's persistent racial economic disparities, with Black Americans representing over 25% of recipients despite being only 12.6% of the population. This article examines how systemic racism has created financial vulnerabilities that make marginalized communities particularly dependent on threatened food assistance programs.
Government Shutdown Crisis: Democrats Accuse Trump of Weaponizing Hunger as SNAP Benefits Disrupted
Nov 03, 2025 10:50 am CST
The five-week government shutdown has disrupted critical SNAP food benefits for over 42 million Americans, with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries accusing President Trump and Republicans of "weaponizing hunger." Democrats demand Obamacare subsidy extensions in any funding deal, while Republicans seek a straightforward funding resolution, creating a political stalemate with no immediate resolution in sight.
Trump's Luxury White House Bathroom Renovation Sparks Criticism Amid Government Shutdown Crisis
Nov 02, 2025 02:47 pm CST
President Trump revealed an opulent marble and gold renovation of the Lincoln Bedroom's bathroom on Truth Social, drawing sharp criticism from Democrats for focusing on luxury White House upgrades while thousands of federal workers remain unpaid during the ongoing government shutdown. The controversial renovation, along with plans for a $300 million ballroom, has intensified political tensions as essential public services continue to be disrupted.
Kamala Harris Condemns Trump's $300 Million White House Ballroom Plan Amid Food Assistance Crisis
Nov 02, 2025 02:40 am CST
Kamala Harris has sharply criticized President Donald Trump's proposed $300 million White House ballroom expansion that would demolish the East Wing, calling it unconscionable while millions of Americans face losing food assistance during the government shutdown. The privately-funded luxury project contrasts starkly with the urgent needs of vulnerable families as federal SNAP benefits hang in the balance.
US Government Shutdown Crisis: Federal Workers Face Financial Hardship as Food Assistance Programs Near Collapse
Nov 01, 2025 05:44 pm CST
As the US government shutdown enters its second month, millions of Americans are experiencing severe consequences including threats to food assistance programs like SNAP and WIC, healthcare premium spikes, and air travel disruptions, while Democrats and Republicans remain locked in a standoff over extending healthcare subsidies.
Trump Calls for Senate Filibuster Elimination as Federal Shutdown Impacts Millions of Americans
Oct 31, 2025 03:08 pm CST
President Trump has urged Senate Republicans to invoke the "Nuclear Option" by eliminating the 60-vote filibuster rule to end the ongoing federal shutdown. The shutdown has halted government services nationwide and threatens food assistance for 42 million Americans, with the Congressional Budget Office estimating economic costs reaching $14 billion.
US Government Shutdown Enters Fourth Week: Impact on SNAP Benefits and Essential Services
Oct 27, 2025 03:48 pm CST
The US government shutdown has entered its fourth week with SNAP benefits set to expire November 1, affecting 41 million Americans. Essential services continue without pay while air travel, federal research, and national parks face severe disruptions. With Republicans and Democrats deadlocked over healthcare funding priorities, eleven Senate votes to reopen the government have failed.