WIC Tariff Lifeline: Tariff Cash Keeps Moms Fed Through October
USDA redirects $300M in tariff funds to keep WIC open through October, helping 6.7 million mothers and infants amid the federal shutdown.
USDA redirects $300M in tariff funds to keep WIC open through October, helping 6.7 million mothers and infants amid the federal shutdown.
SNAP benefits safe for October, but WIC runs out of money fast as the 2025 government shutdown threatens food aid for millions of families.
Over 5 million kids could lose WIC food aid during the 2025 government shutdown as funds run out and states scramble to help.
The 2025 government shutdown puts WIC at risk. Millions of mothers and children could lose food benefits within weeks if Congress does not act.