Overview
- Mizzou canceled Saturday’s planned military flyover and its ROTC Cannon Crew for the Alabama game, citing the federal funding lapse.
- Mizzou Athletics said the Missouri State Highway Patrol will serve as the pregame color guard in place of military elements.
- Similar flyover cancellations have been reported for Texas A&M vs. Mississippi State and Tennessee vs. Arkansas.
- USDA sent October SNAP funds to states in mid-September, keeping this month’s benefits on track.
- Experts caution that SNAP could be delayed or paused in November and that WIC faces greater near-term risk, as the White House is reported to be exploring temporary SNAP funding.