At town hall, residents express concern over cuts to SNAP, social security

Column: Proposed SNAP cuts would leave Hampton Roads families hungry

Last month I spoke at a press conference at which Tamika Spears of Richmond shared how the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps her feed her children. Her family would be devastated if their food benefits were taken away, but a Republican-led budget blueprint making its way through Congress could do just that. Republicans are advancing a budget resolution that calls for massive cuts — up to $230 billion in cuts to SNAP over the…

Seminars for residents to learn more about Social Security benefits

For residents seeking additional information about Social Security benefits, such as claiming early versus claiming later, what to do if you have other income from individual retirement accounts or pensions or even just filing for Social Security and more, this free seminar could help. Here is information on where some of these Social Security 567 seminars are taking place in the Metropolitan Detroit area: • 11-12:30 p.m. or 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday…

At town hall, residents express concern over cuts to SNAP, social security

Former Social Security Administration Commissioner Martin O’Malley spoke at the event and tried to address those fears.

Experts at Racine town hall warn of Social Security crisis

RACINE, WI — The Social Security Administration (SSA) is under pressure as demand soars, staffing shrinks, and Racine County feels the consequences.More than 45,000 Racine County residents rely on Social Security benefits, according to December 2023 data.More than 100 Racine County residents gathered Thursday, April 24, at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center for a citizen town hall hosted by Fair Share America and its state coalition partners —…

GOP Eyes May 8 for Massive Spending Cuts, Raising Farm Bill and SNAP Concerns - Swineweb.com - Complete Swine News, Markets, Commentary, and Technical Info

As the U.S. House Agriculture Committee targets May 8 to move forward with its share of President Donald Trump’s expansive domestic agenda, tensions are mounting over proposed deep cuts — […] The post GOP Eyes May 8 for Massive Spending Cuts, Raising Farm Bill and SNAP Concerns appeared first on Swineweb.com - Complete Swine News, Markets, Commentary, and Technical Info.