Gov. Little returns from “productive” D.C. trip, Idaho Democrats denounce “cruel” withholding of SNAP benefits

Governor Little summed up his visit as "productive and patriotic," saying he covered "a lot of ground" in his discussions with the President and his team and renewed an invitation for him to visit Idaho.

Little also met with House Speaker Mike Johnson to address the shutdown's threat to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps. The USDA has warned states that the ongoing shutdown makes it almost certain that over 42 million Americans, including over 130,000 Idahoans, who rely on these essential benefits will not receive crucial funds in November.

While the Governor struck a hopeful tone, his return from his D.C. visit came amid sharp criticism from the state's Democratic leaders, who pointed to the trump administration's handling of SNAP benefits.