SNAP benefits set to expire this week. And, Jamaica braces for a Category 5 storm
Summary
SNAP benefits in the U.S. will stop on November 1st because there is no federal money available. President Trump is on an Asia trip, meeting Japan's new leader and planning to meet China's president. Jamaica is getting ready for Hurricane Melissa, a powerful Category 5 storm.Key Facts
- SNAP benefits will end on November 1st due to lack of federal funding.
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture says emergency funds can't be used for SNAP right now.
- Budget experts suggest using contingency funds, but current law prohibits this.
- President Trump is currently in Japan meeting with the new Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi.
- The U.S. and Japan have an agreement regarding rare earth minerals and cherry tree gifts.
- Jamaica is preparing for Hurricane Melissa, the strongest to ever hit the island with 175 mph winds.
- Jamaica has over 800 shelters, but only a small number of people are using them.
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