California Governor: Government Shutdown Threatens Food Supply for Over 5 Million People
California Governor Gavin Newsom says he will deploy the National Guard to help distribute food among families struggling due to the government shutdown. National Guard members will assist food banks that regularly distribute food to those in need.
The California governor warned that the continued government shutdown could disrupt a state program that helps provide food for over 5 million residents.
After the U.S. government shutdown, which resulted from a budget dispute between Democrats and Republicans, hundreds of thousands of federal employees have not received their pay.
California Governor Gavin Newsom also stated that he has ordered the acceleration of $80 million in state aid to support families in need of food.

