Government shutdown could affect food stamps, tax refunds

Millions of Americans who receive benefits from the country's food-stamp program, known as SNAP, could have their assistance cut off because of the partial government shutdown. Also, the IRS has been forced to send home 90 percent of its employees ahead of its busiest season, which could delay tax refunds. Damian Paletta, an economic policy reporter for the Washington Post, joins CBSN to discuss.

[@domesticviolencemastery3609]

THEY GOT MONEY FOR WARS, BUT CAN'T FEED THE POOR!

[@louisxvii2137]

Brilliant Boss Lady! Its the not Governments job to feed the poor. Now go get a job...?

[@jugganuat6440]

More than 40 percent of the population on snap are white lol and these people represent the core of trumps base go tell them

[@iammotley9212]

That's what "Pac" said.

[@jugganuat6440]

Orion eye it's also what government statistics said

[@neanam]

It's the children who I'm most worried about 😥

[@hopeking3588]

Stop giving our .money to other countries! Then you will have the money! Get out of other countries wars!

[@borg386]

The president is doing that...or least trying.

[@MIS315]

Yeah, agreed. Let Israhell fund itself

[@MichielVanKets]

you just don't get it do you? most of the people who are affected by this are democrats; trump supporters have jobs, you idiot

[@et9678]

Get out of 'foreign aid'. $27.7 Billion. requested in foreign assistance for FY 2019, a lot of this to countries who hate us. How bout cutting some of that? And the Dems want to give even more. What's wrong with them? The Dems are also the ones who want too cause wars, along with all the Deep state actors. Look em up.

[@juliebranom2392]

This shows ignorance. The US foreignaid to countries extends US influence, creates stability and provides the environment where the US thrives. Cut foreign aid the US will be hurt dramatically.

[@veronica213LA]

If he cares so much then let him use his own personal money to build HIS WALL!

[@treseancann1261]

Family&Music While we go hungry broke and hungry.

[@veronica213LA]

@@treseancann1261 he can open the government back up and leave all as well alone just fund this " project" on his own wallet smh. #DumpTrump

[@kristinamorris5578]

Amen!

[@joshualeek9796]

Cause Trump is money broke but he don't want know one to know

[@veronica213LA]

@@joshualeek9796 lol maybe i think thats why hes trying so devilishly to build this wall hes benefiting some way smh

[@healthandwellness6312]

What this man talking about sliding into poverty . People are in poverty that’s the reason they get food stamps 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@treseancann1261]

Miss Bright Eyes Exactly.

[@nativechique7589]

Yup

[@kimikiminurface938]

He said , sliding further into poverty ..

[@knightman7617]

In the US? In 2019? Nah, you don't know poverty. You want to see poverty? Go to some place like Nigeria away from the cities and you will see babies dying in ditches on the road side, then you will know the face of poverty.

[@cmorichie7202]

knightman 76 STFU. That's called famine

[@mcfishyfirst253]

Trump has never missed a meal in his life

[@kendallsmith6517]

Mcfishy First we see that

[@freshevans]

Melony GT and how do u know he's healthy?? U must ne his doctor?? Where is your facts at stating he's healthy??

[@disagreedinero8855]

He is doing more for the middle and lower class then the dems did in the previous 8 yrs.

[@LuckyTheCat777]

@Melony GT I think this Trump is a clone lol

[@lorrainebanath-yasharahla9561]

Mcfishy First : BORN INTO WEALTH AND CONTINUES TO BE WEALTHY.

[@skinard32]

This is freakin awful.. I bet the people that voted for him, that recieves Snap is looking real crazy right now,.. This is ridiculous

[@whatyouwerethinking998]

Yes they are beautiful

[@ravernking32]

I didn't vote for Trump, and when I heard he won I said I hope World War 3 but considering what we had in office and the the clintons he is a much better president and a strong president. food stamps was supposed to be temporary when it started now we're people spend their life on it and teach your kids how to spend their life on it the people in this country are weak they need to learn to be strong

[@miajenkins4790]

I truly believe that trump have to go he putting us in a bad space plz everyone don't vote for him this year elections yes get him outta here

[@xalpacazeu1332]

Orange Man Bad Hate who? Racist idiot

[@oohno1000]

I agree ☝🏾 and 40 % of them are white

[@FuryanHeart]

Wait if the government has been shut down for over two weeks who has been collecting taxes from my checks on payday?

[@Nova-T4G]

No one, this is the start of a chaos, get ready for how this country is going to get. If they are trying to cut the food stamps, that's a sign that there isn't money anymore for taxes.

[@lauravaldez9638]

Thank u, that is what i have been saying.

[@Mirrorman1986]

Biggest pimps ever,our government!!

[@lastdays3148]

Kevin Rodriguez,hmmmmm that is a great question😲 I contacted my Company this morning and I wanted to know when are they going to be mailing my Tax Return Forms. The Company told me that,they were going to be mailing them out towards the end of the Month.

[@lastdays3148]

@@Mirrorman1986,BINGO👏👏

[@tribeofyasharal5986]

HERE COMES... THE WORST ECONOMIC RECESSION EVER!!!! SINCE 1920!!

[@martinramos8036]

BRUTHA YAHUDAH you mean 1929 your about a decade off

[@Evil_Beauty]

let it come, maybe then ppl will start waking up...

[@shemyah3057]

+Martin Ramos lol

[@stepheniemesser7395]

We just going into a depression. I just that that the last president was worse but I'm wrong this clout needs out.

[@lastdays3148]

BRUTHA YAHUDAH, if we cant handle this issue. Well,how are we going to be able to handle the Book Of Revelation,during the Tribulation Days😱 We are in the Days of my profile name.

[@jameschampaco1273]

38 million in SNAP assistance...800k federal workers....all for a wall? Our president is holding us hostage.

[@Kyoderg]

@David Holcomb easy for you to say, you're not disabled or being paid minimum wage

[@tommyi-opener7779]

Not our president..thats yours

[@KingSlybandicoot]

Oh SNAP get a job.

[@marekkolenda1852]

James Champaco Viva Obama

[@cmcbee2]

@David Holcomb You broke your lip piercing?

[@Adam.Rushing]

Stop paying all the politicians until they come up with a plan...if they cannot do it, then pay for the wall with their salaries! Problem solved............

[@MsKewi-NYC]

Congress offered plus Democrats included to give less money and offer new technology to the Wall but the President turned it down that would help end the shut down. Canada uses technology face scanning and other means to the north this idiot thinks a wall is going to help stop the same people that's going to build the damn thing. So stupid American companies don't build much with US labor he knows that he doesn't use Americans. Duh!

[@Nirrrina]

I heard here in Oklahoma that a congressman Hern I believe is donating his salary during the shutdown to various veteran charities.

[@leonbattistaalberti6691]

You can’t because it’s in the constitution. Read Article 1 Section 6. “The Senators and Representatives shall receive a Compensation for their Services, to be ascertained by Law, and paid out of the Treasury of the United States.”

[@JasmineSGaye]

I cant stop paying them lmao they still taking taxes out my paycheck

[@Adam.Rushing]

+Leon Battista Alberti ahh but it doesn't say what that needs to be. I say give them all an effing banana! Lol. Plus, it says for their work...so if they're not working, they don't need to be getting paid

[@sunasiamharden]

And yet some of you watch these big KZbinrs and support these celebrities but what are they doing to help?

[@laneshapenrose]

👏👏👏👏👏👏😍😍

[@naviiprync]

Some of us need an escape from the calamity that is the U-S of A. Personally I feel there a ton of major voices and celebrities far bigger than KZbinrs that still haven't spoken on the situation at hand. These "stars" so many put on pedistals as though they live and know you all personally. Actors, singers, models, "Queen Bee's" and what not. Somewhere down the line we lost focus on what truly matters, and put value, trust, and our hard earned dollars into things and people who at the end of the day don't relate to our REAL everyday lives and ultimately don't have your best interest at heart. And why??! For the simple fact they aren't you, and they won't be affected by this when it all comes crashing down, point, blank, and period 💯💯💯

[@jessegurno8937]

Preach it sister! Thanks for the truth!

[@GalaxyHasSweatStains]

I agree that news lady looks like she's up there trying to be all pretty and cute and you know at the end of the day she can go home and and buy whatever anything she needs for her kids

[@Yzzami]

D Blake I think it’s a rhetorical question pointing out the hypocrisy of celebrities who use their fame to push a political agenda

[@debbiemoore3965]

It's not over! God is still in control! I'll trust you Lord!

[@stepheniemesser7395]

Amen debbie our FATHER guarantee bread and water.

[@shashaneka]

U got tht right 💜💜💜🙏🏾

[@2blessed2bestressed5]

Amen! My trust is in the LORD!

[@temeika43]

THE BIBLE IS FAKE!! GOOGLE BIBLE LIES!!!

[@moneishab4996]

Oh please...god won’t save you

[@hightime1867]

He is putting every American family in bad situation. ..people might be losing their houses..won't be able to pay their bills due on time..a disgrace to humanity. .

[@stringmonkey568]

When you work for an agency, where they have occasional lay offs, you plan ahead, This didn't just happen. They were aware there was the possibility, months ago. Even though 2 of us were working, we would put away money for the mortgage, and stock the freezer. That way, my check was enough to see us through. If you don't do this, it is you, who is the fool.

[@moyomongoose1980]

Could also cause riots.

[@thurstonmr]

Did congress pass a bill and send to the President?

[@diogenesofseattle2344]

Nationalists do not believe in the basic concept of human rights.

[@diogenesofseattle2344]

@ElJefe45acp That's a good thing. Too many people born here are myopic rubes who've fallen for nationalist lies.

[@vivianm2527]

Is Trump trying to start another Great Depression ⁉👀

[@benbuckley2540]

no he knows china is comming

[@Deco_2k]

Lovely Ladybug robbery gonna be on the hight

[@amberosburn2941]

@@benbuckley2540 What does that mean

[@benbuckley2540]

+Amber Osburn read what it says . simple as that . what you have in power they do now . what you have in intalagance they give you the the flipping tech gain it on solar observatry was shut via china spying . china own america... sorry say it thay do all your debt around the globe as been sold and china brought it . ! they will call in that debt ! your markets are already crashing and more people are in work. china are comming ! how can the worlds second currancy be the american dollor when its managing loses all the time . china know this why america is shutting down . no elecric soon . no shops . no goverment and china will want paying !

[@iammotley9212]

It's already here🤔

[@beckadanea8492]

I am a single mother of 2 working 2 jobs and still dont have enough money to put food in the house, SNAP has helped me and my children get through every month and if anyone who is a parent like myself loses SNAP how will we be able to provide for our families? This wall on the border of Mexico is unnecessary, no matter what Trump does those who want a way over will find a way wall or not. Stop taking from the CITIZENS of the United States and focus on helping us instead!

[@redsiren5729]

If you have two children and you get food stamps that means you get over $400 a month for your kids to eat. If you have two jobs and you still won't make enough money you're living beyond your means. How about getting a cheaper apartment.. sounds like bulshit to me

[@itsmissmimi4044]

Becka Danea I’m a single mother of 3 & I couldn’t agree more with you. This is going to be so stressful 💔 why is he doing this to his citizens

[@redsiren5729]

@@itsmissmimi4044 the first problem with your statement is that you're a single mother of three. Why are you having sex and children with people that are not Dependable or you can't be with long-term. It sounds like you've already made mistakes as an adult. It's nobody else's responsibility to pay for your children because you can't keep her legs closed and you can support them. You shouldn't have kids then

[@redsiren5729]

@@itsmissmimi4044 I bet you if you would have kept your legs closed you'd been able to pay for your own food... you make poor decisions and then you want charity because you can't be responsible for your own life. Maybe your kids would be better off not being with you as their mother. Might sound harsh but it probably is true. If you have three children and you can't pay for food for them then what are you doing with children. It's wrong for you to even have kids and not be able to support them. You were doing an injustice to them and you're ruining their life

[@delilahsara1]

MGTOW LADYBOY STFU you don’t know what goes on in people’s lives for all you know she could be a widow! Go play with your moms make up lol

[@caylabear2547]

Don't complain when the poor starts stealing food.

[@itsmissmimi4044]

Cayla Bear I know some people who will clean the whole rack in Walmart if I give them $10 😂😂 Trump got people messed all the way up. Especially us single mothers

[@miked6838]

Too bad your babies daddy can't support you. Idiot

[@reshaundradixon1993]

I don't have kids and don't want none

[@caylabear2547]

@@miked6838 I don't have any kids😂😂

[@Yzzami]

Mimi Rose I’m sorry you lost your husband

[@MikeJones-eh6el]

How dare they 'shut down' the government and leave thousands of Citizens blowing in the wind while they all collect their fat government paychecks. How could any TSA or any other employee continue going to work for a government that has left them hanging in the breeze with no money for living and just plain doesn't care. ALL FEDERAL EMPLOYEES should take a vacation until the paychecks start flowing again!

[@palecurve]

They are. It's called being a furloughed employee.

[@mrmustangman]

that's what happens when you work for the gov't...... don't worry, they make GOOD money.... if they didn't set any aside for a rainy day, that's their fault.......

[@accountclosed8569]

STFU STUPID

[@r.i.pdonaldtrump6875]

KITT FOXX lol look who’s

[@et9678]

Then you need to get on the Dem's backs. THEY are the one keeping the gov shut down. I suggest no fat government pay checks to Congresspersons. Maybe that would have an effect. Pelosi has a wall, Obama has a wall, how many others have a wall?

[@savinggenocide1986]

I feel bad because i use to be on food stamps and i know how it is. The struggle, the hunger, the pain everyday wondering how you're going to make it. This is a bad idea for the poor folks. Yet, even those who claim to have jobs still struggle. Sad world we live in. Wait for the morons who voted for trump

[@tookoolentertainment9451]

The crime rate about to go up 💯

[@lastdays3148]

I am not receiving any Food Stamps either. Heck I work and I live paycheck,from paycheck. Yes the struggle is REAL,however these terrible things are to be expected in these Last Days. My real home is not on Planet Earth🌎

[@lastdays3148]

@@tookoolentertainment9451,wow I have been saying the same thing as well.

[@THEJOCKER644]

Get this clown out of the White House before is too late.

[@brandonoats3493]

It's too late now.

[@racheljersey8247]

gustavo olivarez how is it that MLK & JFK got popped 🔫🔫 but no one can blow this dumb Mfers head off. !!

[@senegalhairrocksenegalhair6373]

its too late

[@tiffsebb7250]

Its too late .......at this rate....it has just begun.smfh

[@brelyons9702]

Thank you

[@yurmum422]

It's sad that this is going to affect families, children, elderly, disabled vets, or the disabled in general but what is sad is some of the comments on here with no human compassion. It's so tragic. Just an FYI it's a common misconception that people on welfare don't have jobs. I have 2 and I have children. I'm single because I was in an abusive relationship. Everyone goes through hard times and needs a little help now and again. Shame on you for shaming us.

[@williehawaii9967]

You chose to open your legs for a bad boy instead of a nice guy. Now you want other people to pay for your mistakes. Here’s a better idea. Teach women to stop being stupid and take responsibility for their actions

[@yurmum422]

Your comment is ignorant and sexsist. Good job telling the victim it's her fault she was abused. You are probably a abusive narcissist yourself either that or one of those people who will die alone and I work 2 jobs I pay taxes and have since I was 16. Even while pregnant. All I can say is I hope you need help one day and meet another you.

[@stashia3647]

@@yurmum422 lol

[@yurmum422]

Yep she should've swallowed lol

[@CleoPhoenixRT]

@@williehawaii9967 r/NiceGuys 😂😂

[@esdeekay4344]

It surprises me that everyone just accept this... No big rally's...no big public demonstrations...weird...

[@esdeekay4344]

@@theeisee7235 Indeed, You are right. That is a big problem these days. But, compared with the Paris demonstrations going on for eight Saturdays in a row for just a carbon tax rise, US citizens seems to play the waiting game. Weird, because usually, most Americans have a fighting spirit. Ah well... I truly hope that the poor, the elderly, the sick and the needy people won't be affected by this political standoff.

[@esdeekay4344]

@Melony GT In which way? Always good to get informed....

[@esdeekay4344]

@Melony GT Thanks for the info!

[@freshevans]

Melony GT yea i see your a satan worshipper supporter no wonder u dnt hve a fckn brain to think i thought trump was an idiot you're just a bigger idiot

[@Tyler-Wiley]

Because they want the wall.

[@ShamanartsFlorida]

"A hungry mob, is an angry mob"........Bob Marley

[@treseancann1261]

Shamanarts Them Belly Full.

[@AzucaNegra16]

What Bob and the Wailers said back in the 70s still holds true today. I hope their "Who the Cap Fit" does not come to be.

[@ShamanartsFlorida]

@@AzucaNegra16 yeah...check out da real situation mon...maybe "total destruction the only solution"

[@tonyawashington8937]

Shamanarts Real Talk Bless☝🏾🙏🏾

[@CeCe-ug1hx]

I'm putting everything in Gods hands! 🙌

[@SisDonnice]

Amen

[@godchild9283]

Amen!

[@idstayaway9992]

He’s not real

[@TuxedMask]

I don’t think god can save this country

[@lastdays3148]

Ce Ce,me too. All Born Again Believers a word of encouragement. Hang on in there,because this toxic Earth🌎is not our home. A better place is for us in the After Life,with our Heavenly Father,His Son Yeshua and the Angels.

[@schrecewilliams1037]

I'm so Furious about this, What does our President even think poor people are supposed to do for food, and no tax return? He has no Remorse, No sense of Struggle, So Narcissistic it's ridiculous! I Pray for All of us in The USA.. God help us All, Get this Devil out the office! And all of this, because He feels it's more important to have a Wall Built for 5 Billion at the Border, Absolutely Narcissistic Personality Disorder!!

[@clownwrld7]

Go to a food pantry

[@schrecewilliams1037]

@@clownwrld7 I was speaking for Poor people, not myself.. But I will tell them. and help them, and give them your Advice to go, you Idiot!

[@TheCaligirl79]

@@schrecewilliams1037 Amen

[@georgiagirl2329]

@@clownwrld7 geeze stop being rude and assuming this woman has no money she's worried for people who are poor and do have jobs I don't get food stamps but some people that work can't make ends meet!!

[@imrox8905]

@@schrecewilliams1037 whatever freeloader nothing but a lazy fat 🐳

[@ken5336]

Tax refunds they do not want them back, they need them back, they already barely getting by and living paycheck to paycheck 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@ken5336]

@ThiccNPC because your moma didn't teach them

[@barbe8155]

Giving the side eye to those who voted for him...

[@cindydo8781]

Stop spitting out kids and expecting hard working people to pay for your weave, nails and your baby daddies while you feed your kids ramen noodles.

[@livnfree930]

I voted for him!! Best vote I ever made!!

[@Master_G86]

😏

[@jinmori918]

I’m black and I voted for him I like what he is doing rn

[@theDRIGOshow]

Why are they still taking my taxes? if no one is working. Govt shutdown so no taxes.

[@silvermine923]

The churches better get ready for hungry people showing up.

[@sethabdul7824]

Rather than selective charity, lets tax the church instead and lower tax rates on the middle class.

[@volstar8]

It is a shame to see Trump destroying the lives of innocent people who need SNAP to survive.

[@drowsy_mouse8406]

@Hybrid Theory you do realize simply having a job may not be enough. a lot of people probably have jobs already

[@mrmustangman]

@jfsfrnd ......that's not what natural selection is.......... LMAO.......

[@mimimc8685]

@Hybrid Theory ,I am 67 worked from 16yrs old. I receive 15. Month yes 15 dollars a month but it helps. Honey I pray medical bills never become a problem for you.

[@Patchuchan]

@Hybrid Theory So if you get mugged and are injured and left unable to work or even murdered since police will be over stretched dealing with the inevitable increase in crime it'll just be natural selection.

[@Patchuchan]

@Hybrid Theory By your mannerisms and name calling I think it's safe to assume you're under 15.

[@DontchaHateDat]

Impeach impeach impeach 🙏🏾 he's impeached himself 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@disagreedinero8855]

The wall...the wall... just give him the wall

[@dieselslade7240]

That's not how it works Exquisite843.

[@DontchaHateDat]

@@dieselslade7240 I honestly don't care anymore 🤣 my life is great 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@beautifulmind1834]

Melony GT No Need To Talk Badly About 12 & 18 Year Olds🤔 . Smh 🤦‍♀️ Maybe The Ones You Know Are Slow . I Know Some That Are More Intelligent Than You Come Off 👌🏽🙄🤣

[@AuthorJanaeMarie]

I don't know why they won't impeach him.

[@jeremywatts9683]

He isn't supporting the people by the Constitution,impeach him

[@mnmdisney]

"Fill their fridges and pantries with food" ...what universe do you come from? The SNAP program doesn't give enough to do that, I have many clients that get SNAP and its not much, but it helps with the food insecurity issue. #trumpsucks

[@tenidhacrowder3524]

Queen Alice Kingsley it helps my family a lot personally

[@Evil_Beauty]

Queen Alice Kingsley And it doesn't help that every year food stamp money is getting less 'n less... They'll even deduct a SINGLE whole dollar... But if you add that to the amount of MILLIONS of ppl who rely on the snap program, a dollar for every citizen would reel the government in over a million by average... And all for a single dollar deductible is insane...

[@lisagarza2681]

Im a single mom with 2 children and they took away my foodstamps cause they say i make too much under thier eyes but im barely paying rent n bills really?but if i dont work they will still not give me anything😒

[@AuntieKnowsKitchen]

Really? If 367 for one child and a parent isn’t enough then maybe they should stop filling the buggy up with junk food, frozen meals and juice boxes. Not ALL are irresponsible with their benefit, but I rarely see the responsible one, and don’t forget the boyfriend eating better than the kids. I think that there should be a cost limit on junk food

[@Yzzami]

Lisa Garza why are you a single mom? Did your husband pass away? 😰😰😰

[@neilgj6305]

Here is a statistic. With $5.6 Billion the USA could put 1 security guard per Mile of your 1900 mile border and give them a Salary of $25 000 a year and fund it for 117 years.

[@davedixieshighstrangeness-595]

You need 10 per mile to eliminate the need for a wall.

[@JoseRamos-ql1gv]

There too stupid to understand that, now the American people are the ones suffering the consequences of this political stunt.

[@mgomez34]

Quote your stat

[@paintingpainters]

@@mgomez34 he did the math fool. It's a point of perspective. An alternative to Wall.

[@midwestslotgeeks1081]

Miggie Gomie how do you quote math creates jobs and fixes border problems even though entry is at an all time low!

[@michaelh.8280]

Does this mean that I don't have to pay my annual taxes ? 😂

[@graciebara8280]

😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@shay2218]

Somehow they have it where they are accepting your money but your refund will probably late. Are you shocked? I wish I was.

[@dakotastein9499]

yeah,make no mistake...this is a only a "partial shutdown" which is politician for :theyl be operating on their end and will still take every die you make,but will not be holding up their and and paying back. Trump is like a modern day reverse-robin hood.

[@hectordelgado6179]

OHHHH NO YOU HAVE TO PAY...................

[@bnaicole32]

@@hectordelgado6179 lol....I AM FILING EXEMPT

[@ritamaybank1961]

Father God you are and always will be in control know matter what comes before us. Amen prayer is very powerful. We all need you there is a lot of hurt going around. In this world. Lord Jesus. Give us the clear mind to keep the faith.

[@brittanyngabeenriquez3104]

I've had more food in my fridge now then I've every did on foodstamps trust God not the government

[@Yzzami]

We moved out of cuckifornia to the cheaper Midwest state and things are much better. Housing payments are half of what they were before for a higher quality house. He’s making more ratio-wise and actually picking up skills in his new job. Cheaper utilities. We are gonna make it👌👌👌

[@justinhartway6846]

everybody prepare for the first perge

[@clownwrld7]

Theres no such thing and never will be lol.

[@londarud]

Playing with these people’s lives so many will be getting robbed, get ready. these people are not going for it.

[@masterofalltrades_]

@@clownwrld7 Keep saying "lol" when the angry mob is burning down your house.

[@arsenioseslpodcast3143]

boom! ABSOLUTELY CORRECT!

[@santana2844]

i was real life thinking that !

[@heyfunny3036]

How about demanding a reversal of the big tax cut? Does anyone think those billionaires and millionaires will give up their tax cuts voluntarily to help the people of our country? No?

[@INatalkaI]

I'm paying 5k less this year and no, you can't have it. We work hard and already pay many thousands in taxes. What is your "fair share" of what I work for?

[@ladydignity]

right!

[@rachaelcustard2784]

No

[@brandnewbike5831]

Hey guys, for some this can be infuriating- the loss of benefits - but instead of debating politics on the internet, if you are fortunate enough to donate, perhaps go to your local shelter, food bank etc and donate some food. Even less than $5.00 worth of canned food from your local grocer can help! Our family was in a horrible situation a while back and we depended on snap benefits for 8 months. That was a trying and scary time for us. We were grateful for the assistance and now always try to pay it forward. I am thankfully financially secure now and in the place where I can help. (Also, its a good learning experience for the kids!) Just a thought.

[@mickeyrosa7226]

Brand New Bike There's too many heartless people out there and the dynamics on the how and why someone receives benefits. My family doesn't but did years ago. Where my daughter works she collected groceries for our local pantry to help those in need. Now local pantries are trying to help those who will be affected by the shutdown. It feels good when you can help someone in need but some people out there are too elitist and racist in their view to care for those less fortunate. Have a great evening.

[@nativechique7589]

Thats a good idea

[@shirquirabranch6561]

This man in office is having a temper tantrum because he can't have his own way and this is who they put in office it's a shame .

[@shirquirabranch6561]

@@williehawaii9967 excuse me clarify your self

[@Yzzami]

No pfp no opinion

[@rashardnaprilmazingmoments9408]

Only thing I can say is "pray" man may have the ability to twist things up but God will straighten up all this foolishness

[@piretdnb2764]

Rashard Miller Typical.

[@LopezLOPEZ-kn4ig]

This sad Trump makeing millions suffer over a dam wall

[@andreanacalhoun9454]

iZoTic lopez you sound like an illegal.

[@LopezLOPEZ-kn4ig]

Andreana Calhoun I was born and raised here FYI and that’s sad you probably voted for a president that obviously don’t care bout others but him self Stupid

[@thurstonmr]

Did congress pass a spending bill? I haven't heard that.

[@mrmustangman]

your daddy democrats are doing it..........

[@et9678]

Great plan. Maybe some of these illegals getting social benefits paid for by your taxes will get hungry, and leave the US.

[@deletedaccount505]

People say GET A JOB I get food stamp I’m 19 I work 2 jobs while attending UTK college as a full time student w/ 6 classes originally an orphan with dreams of becoming a rn nurse. I still need food stamps. I have only me and I work hard and for TSA and I get nothing. Not a check, ebt as of next month or a cash app nothing 😢 . I’ll be living in the dark and cold house in a city averaging 20-30degrees...Trump happy I’m sure

[@altaccount8749]

Middle class people don't understand us poor born with nothing people. We came from the mud. We will endure they won't.

[@Yzzami]

Try a factory job. If you work at a food plant they often have employee stores you can buy food at. A big bag of cereal for 25 cents, spaghetti noodles for 25 cents too. Premium boxed cereal for a dollar. All a lot cheaper than the store. And factories often pay more than min wage

[@masterofalltrades_]

Why don't Trump and Congress reduce the military spending and end all those illegal wars?

[@Yzzami]

He’s trying. He’s pulling out of Syria for starters

[@kathrinekerns8398]

Wow just wow. The government has to do something. Stop this bickering and resolve this problem.

[@Dread_Pirate_Homesteader]

Yeah end welfare

[@mtrich8113]

@@Dread_Pirate_Homesteader this don't have a damn thing to do with just welfare. The TSA which is the last line of defense right now is working for free to protect us. And if they walk because they're not getting paid who's going to protect us from any potential real terrorist? We will be wide open for any attack or the planes will have to stop Flying. Trump is screwing up.

[@thepope2412]

Yeah they should give trump his 5 billion

[@mcslappynuts857]

Impeach

[@mrmustangman]

you're a peach.?!?!?!

[@whatyouwerethinking998]

@@mrmustangman impeach no peach ...say Impeach

[@DaFiresMen]

I'm more worried about when the money runs out, the riots might start. The joker said it best "When the chips are down, these civilized people, they'll eat each other".

[@reshaundradixon1993]

I hope not there's enough blood shed

[@Yzzami]

Only the people on socialist programs will have to eat each other and riot

[@DaFiresMen]

@@Yzzami No, why would they steal from someone that also has nothing? They could just steal or rob people that they know would have a lot of stuff to eat.

[@PhdMusic03]

Thanks all of you who voted for trump. Starvation that tastes good! NOT!

[@Yzzami]

PhdMusic03 WHAT CAN I SAY EXCEPT YOU’RE WELCOME🎶🎶🎵

[@borg386]

Responsible people are not starving

[@crucialfarmsurbanandfresh]

Where are you getting your information from the IRS reported yesterday that refunds would go out regardless

[@freshevans]

Melony GT ur ignorant @$$ is every where. The government provides food stamps. People that have government jobs aren't getting paid after this fri is up. Soooo think logically matter of fact its common fckn sense. Since the government is shutdown anything that has to do with the government jobs,ebt, will all be shut down!!

[@INatalkaI]

Because they're fearmongering fake news. Stoke that fear!

[@intuitiv3taur3an91]

@@winter_s_44 I am too a victim of identity theft so I felt understand how it feels Yong's Robeson for a yearly pin to file my taxes. It's crazy because I never received my pin for the filing year as well

[@vitokito1071]

INatalkaI fear mongering surprised you know that word champ I see trump doing that 24/7

[@riot_maker31ps47]

It’s all A lie they’ve even purchased priority on google. He’s the only One lying calling everyone liars it’s like a cheap movie where everyone goes.”oh come on that could never happen!!”

[@dobermandude2522]

Trump needs to be taken out!

[@HamguyBacon]

I may report you to the fbi.

[@gizmodee4506]

And Obama" he did nothing for Black's

[@freshevans]

Melony GT its not about losing u fckn idiot because the masses will win over u me and everybody. The NWO IS GOING TO BE HERE SOON AND GUESS WHAT U WONT BE APART OF IT. THEY DNT GIVE A FCK ABOUT U OR YOUR RIDICULOUS VOTE. WHEN WARS BREAKS OUT THEY WILL BE UNDERGROUND LIVING A GOOD LIFE LEAVING YOUR YAY TRUMP HAIL TRUMP DUMB @$$ WITH US WITNESSING YOUR FAMILY AND MANY OTHERS GETTING SLAUGHTERED! I WANT U TO CALL ON TRUMP THEN

[@puddincup9879]

Hamguy Bacon go ahead and see what happens to you.

[@chardin2440]

gizmo dee u must not be black 😭😂

[@sheilamacias9272]

Hopefully, this wall mess will end soon. We need the wall but we need the people in our country to eat. Being hungry is not fun. Children don’t deserve to starve.

[@ls3gap537]

Get a job and buy your own food

[@lisad9403]

@@ls3gap537 Most do have jobs!!! Don't assume!

[@ls3gap537]

If you have a job what's the problem

[@sheilamacias9272]

I don’t get snap. But I do have feelings for people who may go hungry

[@ravengsxr]

A wall is pretty stupid

[@candycaneseason]

where are all the rich friends and associates of Trump? why don't they give taxable donations toward the wall. you are born with nothing. you die with nothing. we all don't listen to Jesus. he said love thy neighbor. no one has love anymore 😢. what about all the rich people who have opinions. step up and stop the nonsense. no matter what, we are all accountable to God for our actions. those who have ears, don't just hear.. listen and do. love your neighbor. God bless. come Lord Jesus!!!

[@jessegurno8937]

Thanks Skyshen! That's the truth! I agree with you!

[@miked6838]

Don't bring Jesus into this.

[@Yzzami]

Jesus also said sell your coat and buy a weapon to defend yourself with

[@borg386]

And where are the rich families and friends of Polosi and Schumer? Why aren't they PERSONALLY helping folks in need?

[@izgnarly4135]

Blame it on trump supporters!!! Just saying......

[@Wesley22619]

blame it on the past administrations whom have stated they would fund a border wall for us border cities yet never did. finally trump acts on it, and it's an issue. what a world we live in.

[@thurstonmr]

Did congress agree and pass a spending bill? I haven't heard that. Nobody is reporting that!

[@Wesley22619]

@Adam as it should be in our recent boost of spending within the DHS. that doesnt negate the fact there is over 2/3 of our border with Mexico that has no fence let alone a wall.

[@angellight5040]

Trumpf supporters are the only ones who help him too keep afloat, without them his presidency would've been over right from the start. Sadly, they are contributing to this devil in chief's malice.

[@Wesley22619]

@Hybrid Theory exactly what my comment is saying.

[@whooelse9444]

All I know is y'all better not go around getting mad at black folks. The ones who are screwing you look like you.

[@thatonekindahotblackchickw1641]

whoo else AMEN TO THAT!!!

[@whooelse9444]

@@thatonekindahotblackchickw1641 im just saying because a lot of them are known for doing that. Just like when the issue of gun control comes up, they get so angry that they wanna direct it at black people when nobody black in government is trying to take their guns.

[@treseancann1261]

whoo else Hear, hear.

[@arsenioseslpodcast3143]

whITE PEOPLE will still be in denial.

[@mastermindmico1224]

@@arsenioseslpodcast3143 More like they're PROJECTING

[@clydeswinfield1556]

Then when these kids get sick or malnutrition they should hold Trump accountable! Impeach The Orange Freak! Enough Is Enough!

[@jonathanlewis6834]

Clydes Winfield I agree FDT!!

[@borg386]

If kids are starving, then the fault lies with parents and the parents alone!

[@zhanamathis4074]

I have a feeling something bad is coming our way Everybody is going to be affected by this shut down sooner or later if they don’t figure something out. !!!! STAY WOKE YALL & GOD BLESS EVERYONE ! BE SAFE

[@borg386]

If your prepared you won't be effected

[@diogenesofseattle2344]

Cutting off SNAP is a terrible idea. No society exists more than 3 meals from anarchy.

[@davidlongoria5055]

agreed

[@sosuapimp8449]

Trump 2020!!!!! Finish the wall!!

[@donnellharris694]

Why do you think it is a bad idea??? SNAP was only suppose to be a temporary assistance, not a lifetime one.......check out and see how many people have been on it for years and years and years......I know the american people would be blown away if they only knew how many have been on it for atleast 10 years or longer......

[@mrmustangman]

go get a job and STOP spitting out babies every couple years........

[@lillianwarren4182]

Covert abuse of the poor, wasn't killing us fast enough. It's been coming get since the so called welfare reform of the nineties. I'm disabled by criminal medical neglect. Live on eighty dollars a month food stamps.. I've lost fifty pounds since last year cause I'm already starving. Giving up phone next month to add to food budget. Seeds for garden are essential.. Anyone want to help me build raised bed gardens for the poor.. Help people garden or millions will die

[@phyllisarrington7436]

Stop, just stop this nonsense, Mr.President. You're killing us.😔

[@sweetp7320]

Phyllis Arrington 😥😥

[@revalsharp2926]

Tell that to the DNC

[@mixedchick105]

Maybe a food crisis for millions of people is the "emergency" he said he's going to create

[@Winteel]

Wow! Mind blown.

[@yamilsaherrera5985]

Take our taxes and take peoples foodstamps then there will be a lot of crimes and robberies going on when that happens .

[@gordonadams5891]

There goes his economy. And btw, food stamps grew from the need to help farmers sell surplus product. This is hurting farmers on top of the tariffs.

[@robinjays9588]

Yup....this is not good for our society in the United States of America....wether you are rich or poor this is going to be real serious of government shut down,as months and years go buy...what a mess and a disgrace..then paper Monopoly money will no longer have no value for sure.... more like RFID chips and crypto currency like the other countries??????????

[@Jay-co2fu]

Get that dude Trump out of here!!!!

[@bobbymoss318]

Revolution!!!!!!! or starve to death

[@sosuapimp8449]

Get Trump on Mount Rushmore

[@bettycooper9383]

lil_jayy Hall He's not a dude,,, It's a Demon😈

[@neanam]

God is in control

[@arsenioseslpodcast3143]

ahahahahahahahahahhaahahahahaha

[@neanam]

@@arsenioseslpodcast3143 real talk.

[@oxbadcode6573]

Hahhahahhahhahahhahahhahahhah

[@neanam]

@@oxbadcode6573 Frfr

[@tandracollins4812]

So now I have to suffer because of this dam wall. Trump you don't understand I have 4 children to feed. I am low income.

[@treehugnhipi3765]

wow, reading these comments makes me realize why the government can't agree on anything...

[@dr.inkwell1070]

Wow, you sound better than everybody else...

[@treehugnhipi3765]

@Sweet's Mom what????????????? i'm sure melony gt would have a swift rebuttal if she understood you...✌😎

[@Evil_Beauty]

BrooklynGirl Wow! You figured that out all by yourself!? Welcome to the club. 2019...

[@smedina197sm]

Trump needs to chill someones gonna try to hurt him smh

[@Everythingpositive1]

That's what he wants

[@CleoPhoenixRT]

For those that need food but cant apply for food stamps due to the shutdown, local food pantries can help until you get on your feet or until this mess is over. Just thought I'd share that here.

[@robdillon2788]

How come everybody on good stamps have smartphone - just saying

[@CleoPhoenixRT]

@@robdillon2788 Some of them are provided by the govt. People that lost a job recently still have one they purchased while working, the handicapped with disability funds, some with unemployment...it varies really.

[@Yzzami]

CleoPhoenix the government is giving out free iPhones? Wtf???

[@CleoPhoenixRT]

@@Yzzami I dont think they're iPhones, but they do look like smart phones. Possibly a more basic smart phone.🤷🏽‍♀️

[@charliehad4885]

yeah ok if u want to live off of potatoes,veg., and pinto beans.I mean thats if u have somewhere to cook

[@dosed5033]

How is the United States the richest country in the world but don’t have enough money to food the poor??

[@feefee8627]

I knew Hilary should of been elected for president!!!

[@jamesd.thomason6662]

That lying murdering witch is who you perfer? Your very misinformed.

[@jamesd.thomason6662]

@Vickie OGLESBY explain your pain?

[@mom2adevildogw489]

😂🤣

[@disagreedinero8855]

God no. Voting for her was a sure signal to usher in Socialism---and dictatorship to follow. She is a criminal.

[@maranda3575]

Said no one ever

[@jameschampaco1273]

Federal employees are one thing but when TAX returns and food stamp recipients are affected-->ANARCHY lol...

[@ragegage1221]

Just tax exempt yourself and pay quarterly. No relying on the government for refunds.

[@lextacy2008]

@@ragegage1221 You get a penalty for doing that.

[@MichielVanKets]

you just don't get it, do you? most of the people who are affected by this are democrats; trump supporters have jobs, you idiot

[@lorenam3936]

All those single mothers without food smh.... get an abortion you get judged... keep your kids you get no help.... this country makes no sense

[@antonianunes676]

We need to get rid of Donald Trump

[@richd5025]

Going to be alot if angry hungry people.

[@whatyouwerethinking998]

Causing high crime...oxymoron

[@lovehellohello]

Rich D I already get dirty looks when I go shopping with my fully loaded shopping cart that I spend cash. Its going to be something for rich people, fighting the poor. Maybe Ill have uber deliver my groceries

[@clownwrld7]

Well some people need to stop relying on government for all their needs for years. A monthor 2 without it i think they can survive.

[@nativechique7589]

@@lovehellohello lol

[@dakotastein9499]

i bet you anything even if income tax returns arent rolling in,the IRS will still be taxing poeple

[@pwnz1st_727]

Get a job , stop wasting it on shoes , phones and more stuffs , buy food first

[@andrewschumm1848]

R.I.P. Donald J. Trump is Dead!!! 1943-2019

[@miked6838]

Feds about to knock on your door.

[@thechosenoneilluminati4380]

ChuMP daddy won't be happy until we the people are in the street

[@KingSlybandicoot]

Cause illuminati?

[@lorrainelavender-sams3546]

You can believe that POTUS isn't going to go hungry and neither is his family or cronies. Why should he care.

[@connoisseuroftigolbitts]

Recession is here people I’ll pray y’all make it through these tuff times

[@vbryxo]

Praying for everyone. This is so unfortunate. I have been with and without and know that being without WITH kids is so heart breaking.

[@ljs444]

No wall no food stamps no welfare check. Imagine the amount of money that can be safe by not giving out food stamps and welfare checks can go to fund the wall and bring the economy out of debt. Democrats are willing for our taxpayers money to go towards welfare checks and food stamps but not to go towards the wall. Sounds good to me no wall no food stamps no welfare check. 👍👍👍 Most of people that are on welfare and food stamps are Democrats. so the Democrats better start caring more about that wall then the Republican party. When I walk into a grocery store and someone is in front of me with two cart full of groceries and playing on their brand new iPhone and I can barely afford 1 cart of groceries and I got a three year old cell phone yeah my tax are going to a real good cause. I strongly suggest we build that Wall

[@GODzbleach]

Wall wont help the guys whose job it is to get the illegals across are creative in those aspects they'll find a way

[@ljs444]

@@GODzbleach no wall no food stamps no welfare check who cares we want a wall it doesn't matter if it stops even a single person. You don't want the wall that's fine we don't want you to have a welfare check or food stamps so it works for us. Sounds great don't it. You don't want us to have a wall and we don't want you to have your food stamps and welfare check. 🤣🤣🤣

[@ljs444]

@@GODzbleach my hard-earned taxpayer money has been going to feed the poor people that is very capable of working but chooses to live off the government my whole entire life. I want my hard-earned taxpayers money to go towards something I think is good for our country and that's the wall. We get no wall you get no welfare check or food stamps sounds good to me.

[@ljs444]

@@GODzbleach Trump has never broken a promise do you really think he's about to start now ???? Trust me Trump will not cave he will lose almost every single supporter if he does. So it's up to the Democrats to support the wall. or you might go several months without a welfare check and food stamps 🤣🤣🤣🤣 I don't live off the government I can care less if the government shutdown or not

[@desirelabelle2199]

Exactly !! And also I have to add that the high percentage of those on food stamps buy junk food and fill their two carts with junk they shouldn't eat and stuff they are getting for entertainment.

[@dungeonmasteromega]

TRUMP: "If they can't afford bread, then let them eat cake!"

[@shay2218]

Johnny Tek so accurate. I was thinking the same thing when I heard him the first time. And we all know what happened to her. Don't we? Does anyone but us know history anymore? I really hope so.

[@MichielVanKets]

you just don't get it, do you? most of the people who are affected by this are democrats; trump supporters have jobs, you idiot

[@phantomlink1219]

Johnny Tek and we all know how that ended 🤔

[@Patchuchan]

The last leader who said something like that lost her head.

[@tpntruepatrioticnetwork9086]

@@MichielVanKets your a Russian bot😑

[@Pexman-hu7zw]

Spend Billions on the walls, militaries .US Citiz3ns starving

[@miked6838]

No one is starving. You fool.

[@Pexman-hu7zw]

@@miked6838 You are the fool!

[@alexandria92lol]

@@miked6838 tell that to my brother who is in the marines and can't pay for anything due to no paycheck

[@daisylopez5815]

People complain about people on welfare or snap but miss the FACT that trump spends TAX PAYER MONEY ON HIS STUPID GOLFING TRIPS AAAAAND GAVE THE RICHEST TAX CUTS?!

[@beckywarren997]

I worry about the poor families.Specially the children and babies.😥

[@christophergauthier8885]

If this is all over a stupid wall Trump should build a wall around the whole continental United States across the Canadian border then go to Hawaii and build a wall around the island Trump is so ridiculous

[@elenasanchez2574]

The American people should have voted on this wall...Why isn't this put on a ballot NOW!

[@ssn90]

38 million on food stamps?? 50% of America near or close to poverty?? What have the past administrations been doing... 200+ years of democracy.

[@diogenesofseattle2344]

38,000,000 SNAP recipients at $180 per month = 38,000,000 people with a moral right to steal food & $6.84b less money for grocers to pay their employees EVERY MONTH.

[@diogenesofseattle2344]

@GS GS if it's steal or starve, theft is moral.

[@lexnuss791]

The Trump presidency is an example of willful anarchy and needs to be terminated immediately to preserve the domestic tranquility of the union. Who is and who does Trump think he's working for? He's now working against the people, who are the government he has pledged to protect. It shouldn't take further ponderance for Congress and judiciary factions to unite to action, therefore resolving the threat to national stability.

[@disagreedinero8855]

As the President one of his main duties is to oversee the military and make sure the nation is secure. The border is NOT secure. If it is not secured, he is in a position now, where there has been declared a drug epidemic, and also declared state of emergency with sex trafficking over the border. Do not stop the wall... if he declares martial law.... oh thats bad.

[@mickeyrosa7226]

Lex Nuss There is no national crisis at the border and today is evident that this was a photo-op for his base. This is his "shutdown" no one else. When the time comes to impeach, I hope it's done. This President is the "national crisis". Let's see if he pulls this national emergency which is illegal if no crisis and show his abuse of power. He thinks he's above the law. And to the trolls, don't bother responding to me because I won't waste my energy and brain cells on you.

[@patriciabrown8666]

BE ENCOURAGED AMERICA!!!!! GOD GOT THIS 👊💕👊💕👊

[@georgiagirl2329]

GIVE the poor their food stamps and shut the damn court house and police stations down!

[@vwright4578]

So let me get this straight he wants a wall we don't need but we have no money for food??

[@lextacy2008]

Its all about welfare for Trump, and none for the tax payers

[@domesticviolencemastery3609]

THEY GOT MONEY FOR WARS, BUT CAN'T FEED THE POOR!

[@m.o.bplayerm.o.bplayer8297]

Feed your self

[@anonymousyoutuber7935]

Blame the Democrats

[@robertphillips2642]

Blame the Republican jokes

[@junepinkney2000]

I say every food stamp recipients and all those who worked for their taxes should get together and impeach this dude

[@pamelahomeyer748]

Elderly women are lucky to get $15 a month in food stamps

[@jeffersonedwards6191]

LISTEN!!!! Some people get ebt+ taniff + leap +housing assistance and work jobs . What should they do with the check? Pay RENT? Pay electric? Buy food ?

[@ericstewart6915]

TANF, HEAP, and heap means you only pay 10$ for electric and gas each. TANF and EBT takes care of food. Food is pretty cheap if you can cook yourself. Can't afford rent? move to a lower cost of living area until you can get job skills that pay you more money. For example, where I live i own a 4 bed 2 bath house for 625 a month. That's less than a 1 bed apartment in any coastal states.

[@borg386]

That's other peoples money...you know that, right?

[@jeffersonedwards6191]

borg386 yes I know its other peoples like mine and my wife's since we both work full time jobs and take care of our 5 kids with no government assistance, but like I said alot of people do have it . I personally will not be affected at all. Should we just build the wall ?

[@jeffersonedwards6191]

O. Ok

[@borg386]

@@jeffersonedwards6191 I think the wall should be built. It's not that expensive, and will keep out the masses of illegal immigrants. Not all but the masses.

[@dorz77]

Time is ticking and he need something so that people will vote him again. That's why his pushing the wall even though many people suffer.

[@davidlongoria5055]

i love how he thinks hurting people and taking their money/livelihoods away will make them vote for him

[@charlieq6083]

People dont want to vote for someone that dont pay out income tax- and cuts food stamps, which could make people desparate, and Rob and steal for food

[@ever8773]

this is very serious we need to start to save money and very organized

[@Yzzami]

everardo munoz yes. Good money management can go a long way. Do you really need that candy bar? Cable tv? Soda instead of water? Cutting it things you don’t need, you start noticing the difference

[@ever8773]

@@Yzzami you are right years ago cable tv sodas candys didn't even exist my grandmother used to tell me and they could live fine they used to eat with water only why can't we do it now

[@kenl88888]

When you control food you control the people!!!