Government Shutdown Impacts Millions, Politicians React

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey appeared on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' to discuss the impact of the government shutdown on food stamp recipients. Healey expressed concern that the shutdown has caused SNAP payments to be disrupted, affecting 42 million Americans, including 1 in 7 Massachusetts residents. She criticized President Trump's comments on the issue, calling them 'insulting.' Healey urged the President to release contingency funds to continue SNAP payments and emphasized the need for lawmakers to resolve the shutdown. The interview also touched on the broader impact of the shutdown on various programs, including child care and health premiums.

Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) discusses the ongoing government funding impasse and the impact on SNAP benefits in his district, as well as US pressure on Venezuela's Maduro regime during an interview on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan'. Crenshaw attributes the impasse to Senate Democrats and suggests they need to reopen the government. He criticizes the Democrats for not voting to keep federal workers paid and for not negotiating in good faith. Crenshaw also discusses the US pressure campaign on Venezuela, stating that deterrence works, especially with dictators like Maduro, and that the current administration is taking a more serious approach.

Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) discusses the ongoing government shutdown and national security issues on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan'. Warner expresses frustration with the shutdown, citing its impact on various sectors, and emphasizes the need for a bipartisan resolution. He criticizes the Trump administration for not engaging in meaningful negotiations and for partisan handling of national security matters, particularly regarding the sharing of legal opinions on military operations.

USAA CEO Juan Andrade discussed the impact of the government shutdown on military personnel and their families in an interview on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan'. Andrade stated that USAA has provided $400 million in zero-interest loans to its 14 million customers, with a focus on supporting active duty military members who are experiencing uncertainty and anxiety due to the shutdown. He also highlighted the strain on military families, including food insecurity, and the potential economic costs of the shutdown.