"Voting concludes today in a series of closely watched races across the U.S. including the mayoral election in New York City and the races for governor in New Jersey and Virginia. In California, a special election on redistricting could have national implications, as it may help shape which party takes power in Congress next year. Here's a closer look at the four races to watch."
"The Trump administration says it will restart SNAP, the national food assistance program, using funds from a Department of Agriculture contingency fund. The money will provide recipients with partial payments. It is unclear when low-income families who rely on the program will receive these funds, as the administration anticipates significant delays. The contingency fund has about $4.5 billion, which will allow the administration to pay people half of the benefits they typically receive, NPR's Jennifer Ludden reports."
Dick Cheney died at age 84 from complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease. Voting concludes today in multiple high-profile U.S. races, including the New York City mayoral contest and governor races in New Jersey and Virginia, while a California special election on redistricting could influence which party controls Congress next year. Democratic candidates favored in several races represent different segments of the party coalition, exemplified by Zohran Mamdani and Abigail Spanberger. The Trump administration plans to restart SNAP using a Department of Agriculture contingency fund to provide partial payments, with unclear timing for recipients.
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