Trump administration to fully fund government food assistance

Government Shutdown & SNAP Benefits - The Trump administration will comply with a federal court order fully funding food assistance (SNAP) benefits for November, impacting 42 million Americans [1] - The federal government shutdown is set to stretch into its seventh week due to disagreements between Republicans and Democrats over funding [2] - Senate Democrats are willing to end the shutdown if Republicans pass a one-year extension of Obamacare subsidies [2] Economic Factors & Consumer Prices - Since the president took office, crude oil is down 16% and gas down 6 cents a gallon [4] - Grocery prices overall are up slightly, with staples like ground beef up substantially (13%) and orange juice up 17% [4] - Walmart's Thanksgiving meal deal is 25% cheaper this year, but the package is smaller with six fewer items [4] Presidential Actions - President Trump has approved the pardon of Daryl Strawberry, a three-time World Series champion who pleaded guilty to tax evasion 30 years ago [5]