Expect Trump to continue using multiple distractions to avoid the humanitarian crisis we face.
One of every eight people has lost federal food aid while 5.9 million households are losing home heating aid just as we reach November. And the government said today that anyone traveling during this month’s busy Thanksgiving week can expect extensive delays since half of the nation’s air traffic centers are short staffed.
That’s why you’re starting to hear about Trump invading Nigeria to defend the country’s 100 million Christians. And he’s ordered the military to blow up 16 boats he claimed were carrying drugs without offering proof. The UN called on America to stop, and his response was to blow up another vessel later to kill its inhabitants as well.
He claims not to need Congress’ permission to wage war in this way. Call your representatives today and make sure they start insisting that he does. After that, let’s see if we can help our hungry, cold neighbors who have been abandoned by their government.
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Today’s GovBrief News
Shutdown blocks heating aid for 5.9 million households as winter begins, with states unable to cover costs without federal funding.
Source: Newsweek
November 2, 2025
Trump refuses negotiations as 33-day shutdown continues, and courts block his attempt to cut food aid for 42 million people.
Source: The Associated Press
November 2, 2025
Trump says he doubts US will go to war with Venezuela despite ongoing attacks that have killed at least 64 people and deployment of warships and fighter jets.
Source: BBC
November 2, 2025
Trump threatens to invade Nigeria, world's sixth most populous country, over alleged Christian killings as defense secretary says they're "preparing for action."
Source: The Hill
November 2, 2025
Trump-appointed judge blocks Trump's deployment of 400 National Guard troops to Portland, ruling federal takeover of state forces likely violates Constitution.
Source: Oregon Capital Chronicle
November 2, 2025
Trump's nuclear weapons testing order will test delivery systems without explosions, energy secretary clarifies after Trump's vague announcement.
Source: The Hill
November 2, 2025
Treasury secretary says food aid could restart by Wednesday, two days after court's Monday deadline to authorize payments or face contempt.
Source: CNBC
November 2, 2025
Agencies tell 700,000 federal workers sent home without pay to stay home through late November, with no guarantee they'll receive back pay despite law requiring it.
Source: Federal News Network
November 2, 2025
Transportation Secretary warns of nationwide flight delays and cancellations as nearly 50% of major air traffic control facilities face staffing shortages from shutdown.
Source: ABC News
November 2, 2025
FDA's top drug regulator resigns after drugmaker sues him for bribery and defamation, as he claims retaliation for opposing fast-track approval process.
Source: ABC News
November 2, 2025
California officials reassure voters Justice Department monitors have no oversight authority at polls, can only observe like any other voter as state deploys its own monitors.
Source: KMPH Fresno
November 2, 2025