In response to the federal government’s impending SNAP benefit suspension, Massachusetts’ state government has updated its SNAP information webpage to directly blame President Trump for the lack of benefits. This mirrors a strategy employed by the Trump administration, sparking controversy and prompting state Senator Ryan Fattman to halt a Senate session in protest. Governor Maura Healey has also publicly criticized Trump and is utilizing social media to highlight his role in the situation. Simultaneously, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell has joined other states in suing the Trump administration over the suspension of SNAP benefits, highlighting the impact on residents.
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A Memorial Day fishing trip on Lake Shirley in Lunenburg, Massachusetts, for Sheron Brown and his daughter turned violent when David McPartlan allegedly threw rocks and shouted racial slurs at them. McPartlan claimed the pair were fishing too close to his dock, but Brown insists they were in a designated no-wake zone for safety. Police have charged McPartlan with assault with a dangerous weapon and assault to intimidate, citing his racial slurs and the assault on Brown and his child. Despite the traumatic event, Brown intends to teach his daughter the importance of standing up to bullies and confronting racism.
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A Tesla owner in Lowell, Massachusetts, reported being shot at, sustaining two bullet holes in his vehicle, leading him to believe the attack targeted his Tesla. This incident follows a recent surge in vandalism and arson targeting Teslas, charging stations, and dealerships, potentially linked to backlash against Elon Musk. The victim’s concerns are amplified by the emergence of a website doxxing Tesla owners, heightening fears of violence against Tesla drivers. While Lowell police arrested a suspect, the investigation continues.
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