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SNAP Crisis, Walmart Outrage & Trump’s Nuke Talk: Nevada’s Wild Week


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he comments section was a war zone — and now we’re answering back.

This week, Annette and Mayte break down why everyone’s suddenly an “expert” on SNAP benefits, why Walmart keeps showing up in Nevada’s food fight, and how Donald Trump’s new talk of nuclear testing just made every Nevadan’s blood pressure spike.

They also unpack the latest updates from the Interim Finance Committee and what’s next for a potential special legislative session on SNAP relief.

🎧 Highlights:

– 05:00 → The comment section meltdown
– 20:00 → SNAP facts vs. internet fiction
– 45:00 → Trump’s nuclear nonsense
– 1:02:00 → Why Nevada’s done being the country’s test site

✔️ LINKS & SOURCES  

• Official SNAP program info → https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program 
• SNAP work requirements explained → https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/work-requirements 
• Judges block SNAP cuts amid shutdown → https://www.govexec.com/management/2025/10/trump-administration-blocked-cutting-snap-benefits-two-judges-issue-orders/409242/ 
• Nevada benefit cuts: 50%+ reductions possible → https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/nevadans-can-expect-november-snap-benefits-but-with-cuts-of-50-or-more 
• Research: Why SNAP matters for health & economy → https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2025/what-is-snap-and-why-does-it-matter

• Nuke testing in Nevada → https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gzq2p0yk4o 

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