Civil rights activists
U.S. Virgin Islands Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett released a statement recognizing Liberty Day, also known as D. Hamilton Jackson Day, observed annually on November 1st in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The day commemorates the life and legacy of David Hamilton Jackson, a teacher, labor leader, newspaper editor, and
Congressional representatives
As the federal government shutdown persists, nearly 200,000 Western Pennsylvanians, including those with disabilities, veterans, and families with children, face the prospect of going hungry due to the potential shutdown of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) has joined over 200 House Democrats in urging
Food assistance
Representative Marȡa Elvira Salazar (FL-27) and Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01) have introduced the Keep SNAP Funded Act of 2025, a bill aimed at guaranteeing continued food assistance for millions of Americans during the ongoing government shutdown. The legislation directs the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to maintain full
Food assistance
House Democrats, led by Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, joined forces with 212 of their colleagues to demand the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) use reserve funds to continue the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the government shutdown. The program, which provides vital nutrition assistance to 42 million families and
Political parties
Michigan Democrats gathered for a virtual press conference to sound the alarm on impending health insurance cost increases, pinning the blame squarely on Republican lawmakers for refusing to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits. The event, attended by Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel, and Traverse
Food assistance
Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (D-NH) has joined 49 of her colleagues in demanding that Speaker Mike Johnson bring the House back to session to protect funding for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). The program, which provides essential resources such as healthy foods, nutrition education, and
Food assistance
With the government shutdown posing a significant threat to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), 211 House Democrats, including Reps. Julia Brownley, Jahana Hayes, and Angie Craig, have sent a letter to USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins urging the agency to use contingency reserve dollars to fund SNAP benefits for November.
Food assistance
House Democrats, led by Congresswoman Jahana Hayes and Congresswoman Angie Craig, have joined forces to urge the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins to use the contingency reserve funds to continue the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits during the government shutdown. With no bipartisan agreement to
Political parties
The U.S. House of Representatives has stepped in to prevent a potential lapse in benefits for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which could affect 42 million children and families, including more than 655,000 in Missouri. With the government shutdown nearing its November 1st deadline, lawmakers are calling
Political parties
Saikat Chakrabarti, a candidate running against Nancy Pelosi to represent San Francisco in the US Congress, has criticized Hakeem Jeffries and other democrat leaders, accusing them of "failing the party." Chakrabarti, a Harvard University graduate in computer science, has worked in progressive politics for over a decade, including
Political parties
With the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding set to lapse on November 1st, 42 million children and families are at risk of experiencing hunger. Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, along with 211 House Democrats, has written a letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, urging the agency
Political parties
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries defended the party's position on the ongoing government shutdown, asserting that they remain committed to the health, safety, and economic well-being of the American people. Speaking on CBS's Face the Nation, Jeffries criticized Republicans for their focus on "stunts and
