With the federal government shutdown now entering its second month, millions of families in New York and New Jersey are still waiting for their SNAP benefits to arrive — and state officials say payments remain on hold until the federal government acts.

New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani believes President Donald Trump fears his campaign. Trump has warned voters that the city's survival is at risk if Mamdani wins. Mamdani argues his campaign addresses the cost of living for working New Yorkers.