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Trump: U.S. is open to ‘having some discussions with Maduro’ amid military activity surrounding Venezuela

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OAN Staff Blake Wolf 11: 16 AM Monday, November 17, 2025 President Donald Trump has indicated openness to discussions with socialist Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro as the United States continues its military buildup in the Caribbean. While speaking to reporters in West Palm Beach, Florida, ahead of boarding Air Force One. He indicated openness to diplomatic engagement with the Venezuelan president amid heightened U. S. military deployments in the Caribbean, including the arrival of the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier and ongoing strikes against suspected drug-trafficking vessels linked to Venezuelan cartels. President Trump left the door open for diplomacy, while also keeping the option of military force on the table. In addition, the GOP Commander-in-Chief noted that his administration is set to designate the “Cartel de los Soles” as a foreign terrorist organization (FTO), explaining that the U. S. believes it is run by Maduro-an action that allows the United States to target his assets or infrastructure legally. The U. S. State Department stated it “intends to designate Cartel de los Soles as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), effective November 24, 2025.” This action, under Section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, enables the U. S. to use military force against the group’s assets without a formal declaration of war, including targeting infrastructure linked to drug trafficking or terrorism. “It allows us to do that,” Trump stated, referencing the Venezuelan FTO designation. “But we haven’t said we’re going to do that blasts directly to your inbox for free. Subscribe here. What do YOU think? Click here to jump to the comments! Sponsored Content Below Share this post!.
https://www.oann.com/newsroom/trump-u-s-is-open-to-having-some-discussions-with-maduro-amid-military-activity-surrounding-venezuela/

Kash Patel’s Girlfriend Alexis Wilkins Receives FBI SWAT Security Amid ‘Hundreds’ of Vile Death Threats, Scrutiny Over Government Jet Rides

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The girlfriend of FBI Director Kash Patel has been assigned a security detail composed of FBI agents from the bureau’s Nashville field office’s SWAT team an arrangement that comes as the country singer has been subject to a torrent of sexually graphic and violent threats made on social media and over the phone, the New York Sun can confirm. Country singer Alexis Wilkins, 27, who is based in Nashville and Washington, receives “hundreds of credible threats” in light of her relationship with Mr. Patel, whom she has dated for three years, an FBI spokesperson tells The Sun. Many of the messages, which The Sun has reviewed, are sexually graphic and violent in tone and intent, and the FBI believes they are credible and put Ms. Wilkins’s safety at risk. In a direct message sent to Ms. Wilkins over social media, one person threatens to “put my whole shaft through the back of your throat.” That same social media user sends a second message to Ms. Wilkins saying, “can’t wait to celebrate your death, especially if im (sic) the one causing it. One post from a now-suspended account on X “doxxed” Ms. Wilkins, who the account calls “PATEL ZIONIST JEW GIRLFRIEND,” which included her address and information related to her relatives. MSNOW was first to report on Ms. Wilkins’s security detail, which is composed of members of the FBI Nashville’s SWAT team, though the newly re-named liberal media outlet did not mention the death threats. MSNOW claims that the unprecedented security arrangement is raising concerns that assigning law enforcement specialists to Ms. Wilkins’s detail could potentially delay local officials from responding to other developments “such as mass shootings or terror attacks.” Ms. Wilkins has been in the spotlight in recent weeks after filing several defamation lawsuits against shock-jock podcasters like ex-FBI agent Kyle Seraphin and RiftTV CEO Elijah Schaffer who have accused her of being an Israeli honeypot. She was also flown in a private government plane regularly used by Mr. Patel to accompany him to a wrestling event in Pennsylvania, where she was booked to sing the national anthem. The trip itself, made during the government shutdown, drew fresh scrutiny to Mr. Patel’s overall use of the private plane for personal reasons. Though he is mandated by Congress to fly on planes equipped with secure communications technology, and must reimburse the government for the cost of a commercial ticket if he uses the jet for personal travel, the trip reportedly triggered criticism from within the Trump administration, including from Attorney General Pam Bondi, which she has since denied. In October, Mr. Seraphin alluded to Ms. Wilkins’s security detail on his X account after responding to a post of hers accusing him of generating “fake outrage.” “One of us has an FBI security detail despite not being part of the government or even married to someone in the government,” Mr. Seraphin wrote in an October 31 post on X. Not since J. Edgar Hoover has the FBI had an unmarried director, making the security detail assigned to Ms. Wilkins more unique. Former FBI Director Christopher Wray’s wife, Helen, reportedly received a security detail during his time in the bureau, MSNOW reported. Earlier this month, Mr. Patel went on his personal X account to defend Ms. Wilkins, calling her a “rock-solid conservative and a country music sensation” and his “partner in life.” “Attacking her isn’t just wrong it’s cowardly and jeopardizes our safety,” Mr. Patel wrote on X. An attorney from the Binnall Group, the law firm representing Ms. Wilkins did not respond to a request for comment from The Sun.
https://www.nysun.com/article/kash-patels-girlfriend-alexis-wilkins-receives-fbi-swat-security-amid-hundreds-of-vile-death-threats-scrutiny-over-government-jet-rides

US aircraft carrier arrives in the Caribbean

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WASHINGTON — The nation’s most advanced aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, arrived in the Caribbean Sea on Sunday in a clear display of U.S. military power. This deployment raises questions about what the new influx of troops and weaponry could signal regarding the Trump administration’s intentions in South America, especially as it conducts military strikes against vessels suspected of transporting drugs.

The arrival of the USS Gerald R. Ford, along with other warships, was announced by the Navy in a statement and marks a significant moment in what the administration insists is a counterdrug operation. However, many view it as an escalating pressure tactic against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.

The Ford completes the largest buildup of U.S. firepower in the region in generations. With its arrival, the “Operation Southern Spear” mission now includes nearly a dozen Navy ships and about 12,000 sailors and Marines.

The carrier’s arrival coincided with the military’s announcement of its latest deadly strike on a small boat it claims was engaged in ferrying illegal drugs. The military’s Southern Command posted a video on X on Sunday showing the boat being destroyed. The attack, which took place Saturday in international waters of the eastern Pacific Ocean, reportedly killed three men. Requests for more information from the military were not immediately answered.

Since early September, similar strikes by the U.S. in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific have killed at least 83 people in 21 attacks.

The carrier strike group, which includes squadrons of fighter jets and guided-missile destroyers, transited the Anegada Passage near the British Virgin Islands on Sunday morning, the Navy said.

Rear Adm. Paul Lanzilotta, who commands the strike group, stated that the deployment will bolster an already large force of American warships to “protect our nation’s security and prosperity against narco-terrorism in the Western Hemisphere.”

Adm. Alvin Holsey, the commander overseeing the Caribbean and Latin America, said in a statement that American forces “stand ready to combat the transnational threats that seek to destabilize our region.” Holsey, who will retire next month after just one year on the job, described the strike group’s deployment as “a critical step in reinforcing our resolve to protect the security of the Western Hemisphere and the safety of the American Homeland.”

In Trinidad and Tobago, which lies only seven miles from Venezuela at its closest point, government officials announced that troops have begun “training exercises” with the U.S. military. These exercises are set to run through much of the week.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Sean Sobers described the joint exercises as the second in less than a month and emphasized that they aim to tackle violent crime on the island nation, which has become a known stopover point for drug shipments headed to Europe and North America. The prime minister of Trinidad and Tobago has been a vocal supporter of the U.S. military strikes.

The ongoing exercises will include Marines from the 22nd Expeditionary Unit, who have been stationed aboard the Navy ships that have been looming off Venezuela’s coast for months.

Venezuela’s government has condemned the training exercises as an act of aggression but had no immediate comment on Sunday regarding the arrival of the aircraft carrier.

Meanwhile, Army Secretary Dan Driscoll said Sunday that U.S. troops have been training in Panama, underscoring the administration’s increasing focus on Latin America.

“We’re reactivating our jungle school in Panama. We would be ready to act on whatever” directives President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth may issue, Driscoll told CBS’ “Face the Nation.”

The deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford and the expanded military activities in the Caribbean and Latin America highlight the Trump administration’s heightened commitment to combating drug trafficking and addressing regional security challenges.
https://www.bostonherald.com/2025/11/16/us-aircraft-carrier-arrives-in-the-caribbean/

Bitcoin Erases Year’s Gain as Crypto Bear Market Deepens

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Just a little more than a month after reaching an all-time high, Bitcoin has erased the more than 30% gain it registered since the start of the year. This decline comes as enthusiasm over the pro-crypto stance of the Trump administration fades, coupled with a recent cooling of high-flying technology stocks that has dampened overall risk appetite.

The dominant cryptocurrency fell below $93,714 on Sunday, pushing its price beneath the closing level seen at the end of last year. That period marked a rally in financial markets following President Donald Trump’s election victory.

Bitcoin had soared to a record $126,251 on October 6. However, it began tumbling just four days later after unexpected comments on tariffs by President Trump sent markets worldwide into a tailspin.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-11-16/bitcoin-erases-this-year-s-gain-as-crypto-bear-market-deepens

Niger fallout under Biden leaves US troops ‘blind’ in battle with terror groups

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**FIRST ON FOX:** U.S. troops combating al Qaeda and ISIS jihadist fighters in Niger and other West African countries within the terror-ridden Sahel region are reportedly “completely blind,” following a policy proposal developed by the Biden administration, a former senior State Department official told Fox News Digital.

A U.S. military source, speaking exclusively to Fox News Digital, claimed that the Pentagon now faces “a black hole” when reacting to serious incidents such as the October 21 kidnapping of a U.S. citizen.

Until September of last year, the U.S. maintained two airbases in Niger. From these bases, American surveillance drones operated high-tech cameras capable of peering through thick forests to locate terror groups. These drones were believed to have played a critical role in locating another American resident of Niger who was kidnapped in 2020, during the first Trump administration. Seal Team Six was then deployed and successfully rescued that citizen.

According to the military source, Niger wanted Washington to keep its bases. However, in March last year, Niger complained about the “condescending attitude” of a U.S. delegation sent by the Biden administration and ordered all American base personnel to leave.

### American Missionary Kidnapped in Niger by Suspected Islamist Militants, Sources Say

Following the meeting on March 16, Niger’s government spokesperson, Amadou Adramane, appeared on national television to express grievances. He criticized the delegation from the previous administration for not following diplomatic protocol and stated, “Niger regrets the intention of the American delegation to deny the sovereign Nigerien people the right to choose their partners and types of partnerships.”

Adramane continued, “Also, the government of Niger forcefully denounces the condescending attitude accompanied by the threat of retaliation from the head of the American delegation towards the Nigerien government and people.”

Mary “Molly” Phee, then Assistant Secretary of State for the Biden administration, led the U.S. team in the meeting with Niger’s military leadership. Several sources told Fox News Digital that Phee demanded Niger cease relations with Russia and Iran or face sanctions. One source described her approach as “flame spraying” the Nigerien leaders, adding that the “rant led us to being kicked out.” The Washington Post also reported that Nigerien leaders took particular offense to her remarks.

On Saturday, Phee, now retired, told Fox News Digital, “It’s a classic case of blame the messenger if you don’t like the message.”

### Expert Warns Critical Hours Slipping Away as Kidnappers Likely to Move U.S. Missionary in Niger

Phee explained that she was following Biden administration policy, saying, “I’m a professional diplomat with more than 30 years of experience, and I was leading an interagency delegation dispatched to share a proposal developed and approved by the White House. The Nigerien junta rejected our offer and employed a misogynistic trope to deflect legitimate concerns about their conduct.”

Within months of the delegation’s meeting, all U.S. personnel and their drones were removed from Niger, leaving Washington, the military source claimed, with “no eyes in the sky.” The former Commander of U.S. Africa Command expressed that Niger “would be much safer, and we would have eyes in the sky to help find the American missionary… now we have nothing in the way of resources.”

The source told Fox News Digital that rescue efforts are now “difficult to impossible… first we have to find the guy.”

Analysts agree that, particularly in the Sahel’s harsh conditions, relying on satellites alone makes it difficult for Washington to track the missing American missionary effectively.
https://www.foxnews.com/world/biden-admins-diplomatic-failure-niger-leaves-us-without-eyes-sky-terror-fight

Crypto News: Bitwise CEO Says Four-Year Crypto Cycle Is Dead

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**Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley Declares the Four-Year Crypto Cycle Dead, Citing Market Maturity Driven by Bitcoin ETFs and Regulatory Shifts**

Hunter Horsley, CEO of investment firm Bitwise, has declared that the traditional four-year crypto cycle is no longer relevant. According to Horsley, this cycle has been replaced by a more mature market structure shaped by the introduction of Bitcoin ETFs and significant regulatory changes in the United States.

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### A New Market Structure Emerges

In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), Horsley explained that the old four-year market cycle belongs to a “bygone era” of cryptocurrency. He emphasized that the market has evolved considerably, stating:

> “Since the introduction of the Bitcoin ETFs and new administration, we’ve seen a new market structure, new players, new dynamics, new reasons people buy and sell.”

This shift marks a fundamental change in how the crypto market functions. The landscape now includes fresh participants and novel market behaviors, moving away from the volatility often driven by retail investors in the past.

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### Optimism Amid Recent Market Turbulence

Despite the sharp downturn in asset prices and investor sentiment observed during October and November, Horsley remains optimistic about the crypto market’s long-term fundamentals. He suggested that the market has likely been in a bear phase for almost six months and that the end of this phase is near.

“The setup for crypto right now has never been better,” Horsley commented, highlighting the positive outlook despite recent challenges.

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### Institutional Adoption and Regulatory Tailwinds

A major driver behind this market evolution is the growing involvement of institutional investors. Unlike previous cycles primarily influenced by retail traders, today’s crypto market sees substantial capital inflows from large institutions. This influx brings different trading patterns and stability to the market.

Regulatory clarity has also improved, shifting from a historical headwind to a supportive tailwind for crypto assets. The pro-crypto regulatory pivot, particularly in the U.S., fosters a constructive environment for investors. According to Horsley, the White House and lawmakers are playing an active role in shaping policies that facilitate more open interaction with cryptocurrencies.

This positive regulatory climate is a game-changer, contributing to a more stabilized and predictable market. The presence of institutional capital reduces reliance on retail sentiment swings and curbs extreme volatility.

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### Perspectives on Market Liquidity and Price Movements

Financial educator Robert Kiyosaki has attributed recent crypto market downturns to low liquidity levels. Kiyosaki forecasts that prices for cryptocurrencies and precious metals could rise as governments resort to printing more money to finance budget deficits, potentially fueling asset price increases.

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### Looking Ahead: A More Mature Crypto Market

Hunter Horsley’s insights signal a new era for the crypto market—one characterized by maturity, stability, and sustained growth. The integration of Bitcoin ETFs, combined with clearer regulatory frameworks and institutional participation, sets the stage for broader adoption and long-term expansion.

As the market transitions away from volatile four-year cycles toward a more structured environment, investors may find new opportunities grounded in fundamental strengths rather than speculative hype.

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*Related Reading: [Harvard Boosts Bitcoin ETF Position by 257% in Latest 13F | Live Bitcoin News](#)*
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/crypto/crypto-news-bitwise-ceo-says-four-year-crypto-cycle-is-dead/

Zohran Mamdani-Style Socialist Living Off Mommy and Daddy’s Money Officially Wins Seattle Mayoral Race

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A radical leftist who has been financially dependent on her parents has officially won the Seattle mayoral race, unseating the moderate liberal incumbent. As Fox News reported, 43-year-old Democratic Socialist Katie Wilson defeated Seattle Democratic Mayor Bruce Harrell in an election that took over a week to determine.

Harrell initially led on election night, but his lead disappeared over the following days as more ballots were counted. He conceded on Thursday as the final vote totals guaranteed a win for Wilson.

Following her victory, Wilson released a jubilant statement:
“This campaign was driven by a deep belief that we need to expand the table to include everyone in the decisions that impact their lives. That is what we will be working to do every day as we set up this new administration.”

The Gateway Pundit previously reported that Wilson was on track to win after building a seemingly insurmountable lead. Like newly elected New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani, Wilson—who operates a small left-wing nonprofit called the Transit Riders Union—has faced criticism for her radical political platform.

Wilson will now lead the city of 750,000 residents, the largest urban center in the Pacific Northwest.

### Wilson’s Policy Plans for Seattle

According to Fox News, Wilson has proposed policies similar to those of Mamdani, including implementing government-run grocery stores. She pledged to explore the option of government-backed grocery stores if elected, after receiving endorsement from UFCW 3000—the largest private-sector union in Washington representing grocery workers.

Wilson has also vowed to “Trump-proof” the Emerald City, signaling a more progressive and activist approach to city governance.

### Background and Controversies

A closer look at Wilson’s background reveals some surprising details. Previously, she proposed defunding the police. In June 2020, following the George Floyd protests, Wilson introduced a “Solidarity Budget” which would have reduced the Seattle Police Department’s budget by 50%.

“There’s a strong argument for simply disbanding police departments and starting over,” Wilson wrote in an op-ed at the time.

Despite her political ambitions, Wilson cannot currently afford to live in Seattle on her own. She depends on financial assistance from her wealthier parents, particularly to cover childcare costs.

“They send me a check periodically to help with the childcare expenses,” Wilson explained to local outlet KUOW, noting that daycare for her children costs about $2,200 per month.

KUOW also reported that Wilson dropped out of college just six weeks before graduating from the University of Oxford in England. However, she remains debt-free thanks to support from her parents.

As Wilson prepares to take office, Seattle’s future under her leadership promises significant changes—and certainly, ongoing debate.
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/11/zohran-mamdani-style-socialist-living-mommy-daddys-money/

Political reporter who had alleged romantic relationship with RFK Jr speaks out

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You can now listen to Fox News articles!

The political reporter who reportedly had an alleged romantic relationship with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on the campaign trail is speaking out about what she said happened between them.

She loved his eyes, “blue as the flame.” She admired his insatiable appetites and his “particular complications and particular darkness,” The Times profile began. “But she said ‘I love you’ only after he said it first. He called her ‘Livvy’ and wrote her poems. He said he wanted her to have his baby. He promised to take a bullet for her.”

She told The Times she hasn’t spoken with Kennedy in over a year and declined to weigh in on his job in the Trump administration. On what came over her, she joked, “Maybe it was the vaccines.”

A representative for Kennedy did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment. A spokesperson previously denied any sort of physical relationship had occurred and said he had only met Nuzzi once.

Nuzzi has maintained that she never had a physical relationship with him but did engage in “personal” communications. Kennedy remains married to actress Cheryl Hines.

The alleged “sexting” scandal led to the end of Nuzzi’s engagement to Politico’s then-chief Washington correspondent and Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza (he has since left the outlet).

New York Magazine dismissed Nuzzi following the revelations and conducted a probe that concluded it found “no inaccuracies nor evidence of bias” in her work.

In September, Vanity Fair announced it had hired Nuzzi as the magazine’s West Coast editor.

Meanwhile, Cheryl Hines refused RFK Jr.’s offer to fake separation during the heated presidential campaign.
https://www.foxnews.com/media/political-reporter-who-had-alleged-romantic-relationship-rfk-jr-speaks-out

Fanatics mulls predictions market entry in partnership with Crypto.com

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**Fanatics Explores Entry into Predictions Market in Partnership with Crypto.com**

Fanatics, the sports merchandising and collectibles giant, is reportedly considering entering the predictions market through a potential collaboration with Crypto.com. According to a Financial Times report, the plans for this partnership are still in the early stages and could evolve as discussions continue, based on information from unnamed sources.

### Fanatics’ Shift in Focus

Fanatics is primarily known as a sports-focused retail and technology company, with significant operations in collectibles such as trading cards. The company has attracted over $700 million in funding from leading investors including SoftBank, Silver Lake, Fidelity, and Clearlake Capital. As of December 2022, Fanatics was valued at $31 billion.

Prediction markets have recently emerged as a promising niche in the United States, with sports betting drawing considerable interest from both investors and bettors. Currently, the sector is dominated by a few major players like Kalshi and Polymarket, which have experienced rapid growth and increasing institutional attention.

### New Entrants and Crypto.com’s Role

In the past few months, several new entrants have entered the space aiming to capitalize on the momentum and establish early positions in the sector. Crypto.com, a global cryptocurrency exchange, has recently ventured into offering regulated event contracts. The platform has also provided infrastructure support to consumer-facing platforms such as Underdog and Hollywood.com, helping them launch dedicated prediction markets.

At the time of reporting, neither Fanatics nor Crypto.com had confirmed the development. However, significant regulatory changes have occurred since earlier comments were made this year, influencing the market landscape.

### Regulatory Clarity Spurs Prediction Market Growth

A key factor fueling the boom in prediction markets is evolving regulatory clarity. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), which fined Polymarket in 2022 and effectively pushed it out of the U.S. due to unregistered contracts, has recently shifted its stance under the current administration.

In September, the CFTC issued a no-action letter approving Polymarket’s acquisition of QCX. This move effectively allows Polymarket to resume operations in the United States and signals a regulatory environment now more favorable to federally supervised prediction markets.

Meanwhile, Kalshi, which has faced multiple legal challenges across various U.S. states regarding the classification of its contracts as either gambling or derivatives, has secured several courtroom victories. These rulings have reinforced Kalshi’s federal regulatory standing.

### Big Brands Making Big Bets

With the regulatory environment becoming clearer, major brands are increasingly investing in the predictions market. For example, Polymarket has recently secured high-profile partnerships, including one with the UFC to integrate prediction features into live broadcasts. Additionally, Yahoo Finance now displays Polymarket odds across its platform, broadening reach and engagement.

As the predictions market continues to gain traction, collaborations like that between Fanatics and Crypto.com could play a significant role in shaping the sector’s future.
https://crypto.news/fanatics-mulls-predictions-market-entry-in-partnership-with-crypto-com/

SNAP Benefits Funding Divides Supreme Court

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**Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Opposes Supreme Court Stay on SNAP Funding Amid Shutdown**

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson broke from the majority on the nation’s highest court, indicating she would have denied the Trump administration’s request to stay court orders requiring the government to fully fund SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits.

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court extended a stay of the order, initially granted on November 7, through 11:59 p.m. on November 13. The released order noted that Justice Jackson would have denied both the extension and the original request for a stay. No other justices were named as dissenting.

**Why It Matters**

The Trump administration made headlines when it ceased distributing SNAP funds after October, citing the ongoing government shutdown that began October 1—the longest in United States history. About 1 in 8 Americans receive SNAP benefits, making the program a lifeline for over 40 million people.

Following the shutdown, several lawsuits were filed. Judges initially ruled that the government must at least partially fund SNAP, a decision the Trump administration accepted. The situation escalated when a judge later ordered full funding to resume, prompting the administration to seek a stay from the Supreme Court. The administration argued that fully funding the program would require tapping into emergency reserves earmarked for other situations.

On Monday, an appeals court mandated that full funding resume the following night. However, the Supreme Court handed down an extension of the stay before the order could take effect.

**Key Developments**

Solicitor General D. John Sauer filed the motion to stay the orders on November 7. In his application, Sauer wrote:

> “Given the imminent, irreparable harms posed by these orders, which require the government to transfer an estimated $4 billion by tonight, the Solicitor General respectfully requests an immediate administrative stay of the orders pending the resolution of this application by no later than 9:30 p.m. this evening.”

Sauer also stated that the government had exhausted the entirety of its SNAP contingency reserve—over $5 billion—which would only be enough for partial payments in November. He warned:

> “If allowed to stand, this decision will metastasize and sow further shutdown chaos. Every beneficiary of a federal program could run into court, point to an agency’s general discretion to prioritize funding, and claim that failing to prioritize their chosen program was arbitrary and capricious.”

Respondents’ attorneys countered that over 40 million Americans reliant on SNAP had gone more than a week without essential assistance for food:

> “Any further stay would prolong that irreparable harm and add to the chaos the government has unleashed, with lasting impacts on the administration of SNAP. The government has offered no defensible justification for that result. The administrative stay should be terminated, and no further stay should be granted.”

**What People Are Saying**

Solicitor General Sauer further argued:

> “The district court is commandeering sensitive funding-allocation decisions in the middle of a shutdown, in ways that frustrate efforts to end that shutdown and result in new appropriations for all of these programs. Instead of allowing Congress to do that work, the district court’s order directs USDA to redirect billions of dollars from one program to another, with no means available to recoup those funds once soon spent. This Court has not hesitated to intervene in similar cases where the lower courts have commandeered the Executive’s prerogatives over allocating limited resources.”

Meanwhile, attorneys for the respondents contended:

> “The government’s remaining claim of irreparable harm, that the district court’s orders are interfering with negotiation tactics in the government shutdown, only confirms what has been clear all along—that the government is leveraging SNAP to gain partisan political advantage in the shutdown fight. This Court should not participate in that effort. There is no justification for the Court to step in to stop needed benefits from flowing to the children, seniors, low-wage workers, veterans, and others who rely on them for food.”

**What Happens Next**

The Supreme Court’s stay is currently set to expire on Thursday at 11:59 p.m. The outcome will determine whether tens of millions will see their SNAP benefits restored, or if the chaos and uncertainty will continue.

*This article includes reporting by The Associated Press.*
https://www.newsweek.com/snap-benefits-funding-divides-supreme-court-11035669