low-income families
Coverage of low-income families in the Nexus archive.
- Reader Q&A: ask Ajit Niranjan anything about Europe’s hellish week of heat
Europe is experiencing a severe heatwave with record-breaking temperatures, including Germany, France, Czechia, Poland, Hungary, and the UK reporting their hottest days ever. The article highlights political debates around the crisis, safety measures, and the disproportionate impact on women and low-income families.
- 26,000 New Jerseyans lost SNAP food benefits since Trump work rules kicked in
26,000 New Jersey residents lost SNAP food benefits following the implementation of federal work requirements. The policy, attributed to 'Trump work rules,' began in May across most of the state, impacting low-income families reliant on the program.
- Dentist volunteers for 30 years at clinic to help low-income families
A dentist has volunteered for over three decades at the Chesapeake Care Clinic in Hampton Roads to assist individuals who cannot afford dental care.
- SNAP Faces $187 Billion in Cuts. Who Is Paying the Price?
SNAP benefits, a vital lifeline for low-income families, face $187 billion in cuts due to President Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill,' leading to millions losing access. Harvard's Sara Naomi Bleich discusses the implications of these cuts.