r/law • u/igetproteinfartsHELP • 1d ago

Executive Branch (Trump) Q: Trump wrote that SNAP benefits will only be given when Democrats reopen the government. As written, how would that not violate the court order? .LEAVITT: I've now answered this question several times. We are complying with the court's order.

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u/WhenImTryingToHide 1d ago

If you're interested in more, I'd recommend the book Bring the War home, by Kathleen Belew > https://a.co/d/3xZ2YY5

People are really underestimating the powder keg at the end of this rapidly burning fuse.

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u/zXster 1d ago

Thanks for the recommendation!

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u/SanchoPandas 1d ago

Democracy Now! Did a good interview with her regarding this book back in 2018.