Here's what we know:
Hey John, it's Summer!
What a week this day has been..
The Trump administration’s decision to pause all federal grants and loans is a reckless move that puts everything at risk—health care, education, housing, local businesses, and more. It’s not just government red tape; it’s a freeze that directly impacts real people like you and me.
Here’s what we know: Millions of Americans rely on these funds for the things they need to survive—42 million people depend on SNAP, 72 million are enrolled in Medicaid, 5 million households rely on rental assistance, and 6.6 million low-income women and children count on WIC. All of them now face uncertainty about whether they’ll have the support they need to stay afloat.
The media will treat this as a political game but let’s be clear: it’s a calculated effort to push a political agenda under the guise of “ending wokeness,” all while holding vital programs hostage. The Trump administration’s culture war is disrupting critical resources, and it’s the most vulnerable among us who will pay the price.
The consequences are huge, and the stakes are high. We’re facing a moment where institutions meant to serve the people are being held back, and it’s up to us to push back.
We need your support now more than ever. This freeze is not just an inconvenience—it’s a threat to the well-being of millions, and we won’t stand by and let it happen.
Thank you for being a part of this fight. Together, we can make sure these resources get back where they belong—serving the people who need them.
In solidarity,
Summer Lee
