1. United States
2. Mo.
3. Letter

I am writing to you today as a deeply frustrated and angry constituent regarding the ongoing government shutdown and its immediate, devastating impact on my community. The current situation is an unacceptable failure of leadership. I am outraged that partisan maneuvering is being prioritized over the basic well-being and food security of American citizens. The fact that Congress remains deadlocked, particularly over negotiations concerning issues like healthcare tax credits, demonstrates a profound disregard for the people you were elected to serve. Your unwillingness to negotiate in good faith is costing my community dearly. The suspension of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to this shutdown is not a budget abstraction; it is an immediate humanitarian crisis. These benefits are a lifeline for children, seniors, and working families who rely on them to put food on the table. My neighbors are now facing hunger and impossible choices because you cannot perform your fundamental duty to govern and keep the government funded. The impact of this shutdown on food security is immediate and cruel. Every day that the government remains closed is a day that our most vulnerable citizens are punished for political gridlock. I demand that you immediately put an end to this shutdown. Stop prioritizing political gains and resume full governmental operations, ensuring that SNAP benefits are fully funded and distributed without delay. I expect you to take swift action and work toward a resolution today. I will be closely monitoring your actions on this matter.