This week, we’re looking into the latest court maneuvering over troop deployments to Portland and the government shutdown's impact on SNAP benefits in Oregon. We’re also breaking down the arguments for and against the Portland parks ballot measure, as well as checking in on endorsements it’s racked up. Joining host Claudia Meza on this midweek roundup are Stumptown Savings founder Bryan M. Vance and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni.

Discussed in Today's Episode:

Trial Over National Guard Deployment in Portland Begins [OPB] 

Oregon, Washington Sue Trump Administration To Fund SNAP During Shutdown [OPB]

Multnomah County Food Resources [cascadiahealth.org] 

What To Know About Portland’s Parks Levy Ballot Measure [OPB]  

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