Blackfeet部落宣布进入紧急状态,并开始捕捞牲畜喂养成员,因为由于目前联邦停业,SNAP的福利即将到期。 The Blackfeet Tribe declared a state of emergency and began culling livestock to feed members as SNAP benefits near expiration due to the ongoing federal shutdown.

Blackfeet部落宣布进入紧急状态, 原因是联邦持续停业, 从而威胁到SNAP福利于2025年11月1日到期。 The Blackfeet Tribe declared a state of emergency due to the ongoing federal shutdown, which threatens the expiration of SNAP benefits on November 1, 2025. 对此,部落领导人授权收割15只野牛和3头牛,向面临粮食无保障的成员分发加工肉类。 In response, tribal leaders authorized the culling of 15 bison and three cattle to distribute processed meat to members facing food insecurity. 此举旨在解决经济紧张中需求不断增长的问题,粮食方案的使用量增加了25%。 The move aims to address rising demand amid economic strain, with food programs seeing a 25% increase in use. 部落主席Rodney Gervais Jr.批评联邦没有采取行动,警告对脆弱人口产生严重影响。 Tribal Chairman Rodney Gervais Jr. criticized the lack of federal action, warning of severe impacts on vulnerable populations. 随着关闭已进入第34天,而且看不到任何两党决议,部落正依靠当地资源、传统习俗和社区伙伴关系来维持其人民。 With the shutdown entering its 34th day and no bipartisan resolution in sight, the tribe is relying on local resources, traditional practices, and community partnerships to sustain its people.