Military Families Brace for Next Shutdown

Beth Johnson, a military wife and mother, is bracing for another potential government shutdown, recalling the anxiety of the last forty-three-day shutdown. With her family relying solely on federal income, shes tightening belts and saving money, uncertain if active-duty military will be paid again. Meanwhile, Sierra Bird, dependent on SNAP, survived the last shutdown but is now stockpiling food, wary of another and prioritizing affordable healthcare over food assistance. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.