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Washington, November 3, 2025 | Report: Special Correspondent
The US, considered the world’s largest economy, is currently facing a major crisis. The federal government shutdown has not only closed government offices but also severely impacted the kitchens of ordinary citizens.
The crisis has hit hardest among those who rely on government food aid. Millions of families have run out of money for food, and food bank lines have swelled.
➡️ What is a government shutdown, and why did it happen?
In the US, Congress is responsible for passing the budget.
If Congress and the President’s administration fail to reach an agreement on a funding bill, funding for government departments is halted.
This government shutdown is called a government shutdown.
This shutdown has been ongoing since October 2025 and is now in its third week.
The main reason is a serious disagreement between President Donald Trump and the Democratic Party over
immigration policy,
the defense budget,
and tax reform.
The Republican Party wants more funding for border security and the new wall project in the budget, while Democrats are calling it a “political game.”
Why is the food assistance program under threat?
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is America’s largest social program.
It helps poor and low-income families purchase food through EBT cards.
Millions of Americans benefit from this program every month.
But due to the government shutdown,
The new budget was not approved,
So funds were not released to many states,
And the old funding period only lasted until the first week of November.
The current situation is that this assistance distribution may stop in December.
Many families have already reported that their cards are showing a “zero balance.”
➡️ What impact has it had on people’s lives?
Even in a prosperous country like the United States, images of hunger and insecurity are now visible.
In many places, people are resorting to charities to feed their children.
Long lines are forming outside food banks.
A California woman, Alison Woods, says,
I have two young children. Previously, my SNAP card would provide food for a month. Now, the government is shut down, the card is out of service, and we have nothing to eat.
Churches and volunteer organizations have started distributing free food in several cities in Texas and Florida.
But demand is so high that supply is falling short.
➡️ Government Employees’ Difficulties
Nearly 800,000 federal employees have also been directly affected by the shutdown.
Work has been halted in many departments—
such as the Environment, Tourism, Agriculture, and Education departments.
Employees have been forced to leave.
Many people have not received their salaries for the past three weeks.
Reports of inability to pay rent and bills are increasing in cities like Washington, D.C., and New York.
➡️ A Deep Blow to the Economy
According to economic analysts,
Each week of the shutdown is costing the US economy approximately $1.5 billion.
This loss is linked not only to the halt in government spending, but also to declining market consumption.
Small business sales are declining,
stock market volatility,
Consumer confidence is declining significantly.
Economists say that if this situation continues beyond November, GDP growth could decline from 2.5% to 1.9%.
➡️ Political Confrontation and Rhetoric
President Trump has accused Congress of “politicizing the issue of national security.”
Democratic leaders Chuck Schumer and Nancy Pelosi say that
The president is holding the public hostage to demand funds for his wall project.
The rhetoric from both parties has further poisoned the atmosphere.
The shutdown has now become an election issue in TV debates, social media, and rallies.
➡️ Public Anger Over Lavish Expenses
Meanwhile, media reports have also revealed that
The Trump administration has simultaneously approved a project to build a new ballroom at a cost of $300 million (approximately ₹2,500 crore).
This decision has further inflamed public anger.
People are asking on social media:
“Why is the government building lavish buildings when it can’t feed the poor?”
➡️ International Reactions
The United Nations and the World Food Organization have stated that
The hunger crisis in a major economy like the United States is a serious warning of global economic inequality.
European countries have also expressed concern that the US shutdown could impact global markets.
The dollar is fluctuating, oil prices are falling, and stock indices are fluctuating.
➡️ Public Opinion: The Country is Headed in the Wrong Direction
According to an ABC News and IPSOS survey:
63% of Americans said the country is headed in the “wrong direction.”
58% believe the government is disconnected from the problems of ordinary citizens.
46% said that if the situation does not improve soon, a “wave of change” will be seen in the upcoming elections.
➡️Possible Solutions for the Future
Experts believe that addressing this crisis requires action on three levels:
✅ Political Compromise
Both the President and Congress must jointly pass a funding bill in the public interest.
A balance between the wall, defense, and social programs is essential.
✅ Protection of Essential Services
Programs like SNAP, Medicare, and unemployment assistance
should be classified as “Essential Services” so that they are not affected in the next shutdown.
✅ Emergency Food Fund
A fund should be created that can be automatically activated during any political deadlock and provide immediate food assistance to families in need.
➡️Analysis: Democracy vs. Public Needs
This incident is a warning not just for America, but for every democratic country.
When political conflict escalates, the basic needs of the public are the first to be affected.
Images of hunger in America show that
Political power struggles are taking a toll on humanity.
This country, which once set the world an example of economic prosperity,
It is today unable to feed its own citizens.
This situation calls into question the very soul of democracy.
➡️ Conclusion
This US government shutdown is not merely an administrative crisis,
but a test of human compassion.
Millions of citizens are asking this question today:
“Has politics become so big that hunger seems small?”
If America does not emerge from this crisis soon,
This shutdown could deeply damage both its social fabric and global leadership.
The question now is not when the government will reopen,
