We could be faced with a major food crisis as SNAP benefits will not be available starting November 1 due to the ongoing government shutdown.
Jennifer Barnes with the food panty “Solidarity Sandy Springs” says she is already being swamped with calls for help, and it is not expected to slow down.
Approximately 1.4 million Georgians rely on SNAP benefits, which could run out unless Congress reaches a deal to reopen the government. Barnes says a lot of the people that use the pantry are already working two jobs…