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Recent changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) threaten to remove millions from the program, raising concerns about increased hunger and economic repercussions in communities across the United States... read more.
A significant fraud scandal in Minnesota has led to the misappropriation of over $1 billion from social safety net programs, prompting criticism of Governor Tim Walz's administration and raising questions about systemic vulnerabilities in oversight mechanisms... read more.
Protests have emerged in North Carolina following federal immigration raids that resulted in the arrest of 370 individuals, with religious leaders highlighting the interconnectedness of immigration enforcement and cuts to social services... read more.
The election of Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, as mayor of New York City reflects a growing discontent among middle-class residents regarding affordability and access to essential services in a city marked by stark economic disparities... read more.
Zohran Mamdani's election as mayor of New York City reflects a growing discontent among residents regarding affordability and social equity, as he proposes significant expansions to the social safety net... read more.