US House Speaker Mike Johnson to Swear in Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva Amid Federal Shutdown
The federal government shutdown has reached a historic 43 days, marking the longest in U.S. history. Members of the U.S. House of Representatives returned to Washington, D.C., after House Speaker Mike Johnson suspended sessions for nearly two months.
House Speaker Mike Johnson to Swear in Adelita Grijalva
This Wednesday afternoon, Speaker Mike Johnson will administer the oath of office to Adelita Grijalva, the newly elected Congresswoman from Arizona. Grijalva secured her seat in the House through a special election held in September.
Grijalva’s Legislative Intentions
Congresswoman Grijalva aims to cast an influential vote in favor of a motion. This motion seeks to compel the Department of Justice to release all files related to the late sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein.
Supreme Court Issues Ruling on SNAP Benefits
Amid the ongoing shutdown, the U.S. Supreme Court has issued a temporary extension of an order. This order permits the Trump administration to withhold $4 billion in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The ruling temporarily blocks a lower court’s decision that mandated the full payout of SNAP benefits, which are crucial for nearly 42 million Americans reliant on food assistance.
- Federal Government Shutdown Duration: 43 days
- Speaker of the House: Mike Johnson
- New Congresswoman: Adelita Grijalva
- Election Date: September
- Sought Motion: Release of Epstein files
- SNAP Benefits at Stake: $4 billion withheld
- Impact on Recipients: Nearly 42 million dependent on benefits
This unprecedented situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by lawmakers during a critical period for social services in the U.S.
