Widespread Support for National Standards: A May 2025 national survey found that 57% of voters support a single national standard for what can be purchased with SNAP benefits, versus 39% who prefer state-by-state rules. This support spans Democrats, Independents, and Republicans, each favoring national consistency by double-digit margins.
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It will hurt Red States. Impact Felt Most in Red States: Although the shutdown is national, 25 of the 30 states that Trump won in 2024 rely on SNAP more than the national average. For example, Louisiana has 18% of its population on SNAP, compared to the 12% national average. time.com/7329733/snap-benefits-food-stamps-shutdown/
Democratic Messaging Under Strain: Democrats have tried to frame the expiration of pandemic-era subsidies as a Republican failure, but some commentators argue this has backfired, drawing attention to the perceived flaws of the Affordable Care Act itself. ca.news.yahoo.com/democrats-look-ready-cave-shutdown-080344625.html
Voter Frustration Rising: As open enrollment begins with double-digit premium hikes, many Americans are facing tough choices about whether they can afford coverage. This is especially true for those who benefited from enhanced subsidies that are now lapsing. time.com/7329733/snap-benefits-food-stamps-shutdown/