The Shutdown is Already Hurting Americans. It’s About to Get Worse.

Nearly 42 million Americans could lose critical food assistance this week because of the ongoing government shutdown. But it’s far from the only real-world impact people are starting to feel. So why are both sides of the aisle still refusing to budge? We hear what it might take to end the stalemate and why one SNAP recipient feels like a political pawn as she tries to put food on the table for her family. Guest: Aaron Blake, CNN Senior Reporter --- Host: David Rind Producer: Paola Ortiz Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin Editorial Support: Tami Luhby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices