social safety net programs
Coverage of social safety net programs in the Nexus archive.
- ‘It’s never enough’: young Americans struggle to build financial independence as cost of living spikes
Young Americans face challenges in achieving financial independence due to a difficult job market and rising costs. A survey by Generation Lab found over eight in 10 young adults view the economy as 'bad' or 'terrible', with increasing costs of essentials like gas and groceries exacerbating their struggles.
- ‘It’s never enough’: young Americans struggle to build financial independence as cost of living spikes
Young Americans are struggling to achieve financial independence due to a difficult job market, rising costs of living, and economic instability. Over 80% of surveyed 18- to 34-year-olds rate the economy as 'bad' or 'terrible,' according to a Generation Lab study. Cuts to social safety net programs and increasing prices for essentials like gas and groceries further complicate their transition to adulthood.
- Fraud reform must target criminals, not cut off disability care
The Trump administration prioritizes reducing fraud in social safety net programs but emphasizes the need to protect disability care from unintended harm. The focus is on ensuring targeted measures that do not negatively impact people with disabilities.