| Congressman Tom Kean Jr. has found a new political strategy this week: Let New Jerseyans go hungry.
Starting November 1st, federal food aid will stop going to the American people because Republicans refuse to use emergency funds set aside by Congress for food assistance – effectively cutting off all federal funding for SNAP benefits.
827,000 New Jerseyans are at risk of losing SNAP benefits that help them put food on their families’ tables because Republicans don’t want to spend the money – even though it’s available. Meanwhile, Kean Jr. is refusing to get back to work.
REMINDER: Kean Jr. already voted for the largest cuts to SNAP in history earlier this year, making Americans pay more for their groceries. Now, he is doubling down on his cruelty and holding this key program hostage that feeds New Jerseyans and keeps food affordable.
DCCC Spokesperson Eli Cousin:
“Congressman Tom Kean Jr. has time to hit the links for a golf fundraiser but refuses to lift a finger to help New Jerseyans who are struggling with the cost of groceries. New Jerseyans will remember his cruelty at the ballot box next year.” |
