SNAP Benefits at Risk: South Florida Families Struggle as Government Shutdown Continues

SNAP benefits, a lifeline for millions of low-income families, are now in jeopardy as the U.S. government shutdown stretches beyond its third week. Across South Florida, thousands of households are bracing for the possibility that food assistance could run out by early November if lawmakers fail to reach a deal.
The suspension of essential funding could leave many families without access to groceries, school meals, and nutrition support programs that depend on federal aid.