They need to come to the table, and they need to work with us to stop the mega healthcare hike and reopen the government. Senator Schatz. Thank you, Senator Murray. Everything's more expensive. Electricity, food, healthcare. And that … And it's not just the ACA. It's also about SNAP benefits. The USDA had a plan to keep SNAP running longer, but Trump scrapped it. And now, millions of Americans are at risk of going hungry. This is a choice. This is a choice that the Republican leadership is making. They are choosing to prioritize tax cuts for the wealthy over the health and well-being of everyday Americans. … as a political weapon. It does sound crazy to say, but this is a new low. It is absolutely within the president's authority to make sure everybody gets fed. (07:15–08:06)
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Asserts that the Trump administration's decision to scrap the USDA plan for SNAP benefits is putting millions at risk of hunger, prioritizing tax cuts for the wealthy over the well-being of Americans.
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