What to Know for Tuesday, November 10th, 2026:
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1: USDA proposes tightening SNAP eligibility, which it estimates would cut 6.3 million people from the program by 2029
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(Image Credit: Politico)
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The proposal would end a policy that lets states use other benefit eligibility to qualify people for SNAP: The Agriculture Department plans to limit “broad-based categorical eligibility,” which lets states authorize people for SNAP if they qualify for certain other assistance programs. The notice is set to be published in the Federal Register on Tuesday. USDA estimates the change would affect 6.3 million people in fiscal 2029, the first year it would fully take effect, and about 17.6% of current participants would lose benefits because their income or resources exceed congressional limits.
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USDA says the change would cut federal spending and reduce state costs: USDA estimates the proposal would reduce federal SNAP spending by close to $45 billion from fiscal 2027 through fiscal 2031, and states would cut their net spending by about $5.2 billion over the same period. USDA calls the policy a “loophole” that has let states expand eligibility beyond limits set by Congress. Anti-hunger groups and state officials say more than 5 million people have already lost SNAP access since July 2025, which they link to stricter rules from the 2025 tax and spending law.
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The change could affect children’s meals and maternal nutrition programs, and Congress may fight over it: Fewer SNAP participants could mean fewer children automatically qualifying for free school meals and summer nutrition benefits. It could also affect thousands of mothers and babies in the WIC program. Democrats and Republicans are already divided over SNAP cuts in the farm bill, and the proposal could intensify that fight when the new Congress takes office in January. The public can comment on the proposal, and USDA has also invited comments on an alternative plan.
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➜ Read the full article from Politico here.
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2: Medicare Advantage premiums are falling in 2027, but higher out-of-pocket limits and benefit cuts could cost you more
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Average premiums are dropping about 16.5%, but the savings are small: CMS expects average monthly Medicare Advantage premiums to fall from $14.37 in 2026 to about $12 in 2027. That’s a drop of a little more than $2 a month, and not every enrollee’s premium will fall.
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Lower premiums can come with higher costs elsewhere: The maximum out-of-pocket limit rises to $9,850 in 2027, up from $9,250 in 2026, and some plans are raising their caps. Other plans are cutting dental allowances, over-the-counter benefits, or Part B premium reimbursements, and some have higher specialist copays or prescription deductibles. A dental allowance cut from $2,000 to $1,000 could cost you far more than the premium savings.
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Review your plan’s changes and check your doctors and drugs before open enrollment ends December 7: Look for the annual notice of change from your plan, which describes coming changes. Confirm that your doctors, hospitals, pharmacy, and prescriptions remain covered, and compare plans on Medicare’s Plan Finder. If your plan is discontinued, you may qualify for a guaranteed-issue right to buy a Medigap policy without medical underwriting, but you must apply within 63 days of your Medicare Advantage coverage ending.
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3: Walmart’s Holiday Meal Basket serves 10 for $35, but get it for only $25 with this coupon for a limited time
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The basket covers a full holiday meal: Walmart says the 2026 basket serves 10 people for $35 and includes 26 items, 18% more than last year, including a Butterball turkey at 97 cents a pound. It has what you need for turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, green bean and sweet potato casseroles, mashed potatoes, rolls, and pumpkin pie. Walmart calls it the lowest-priced one-click basket in the program’s history.
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You can order it in stores or online: The basket is available in stores and online, with curbside pickup and delivery options. Walmart is offering free Express Delivery on the basket through November 30th with code THANKFUL, on orders of at least $35 that include the turkey, stuffing mix, or mushroom soup. There are no membership requirements or purchase limits.
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Recipes are available for the basket’s ingredients: Walmart’s online holiday hub includes recipes built around the basket’s items, plus its Recipe Hub with thousands of searchable recipes for sides, mains, dietary preferences, and leftovers.
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PLUS, for a limited-time get this meal deal for only $25 with coupon code DOUBLE10, TRIPLE10 OR MARKET10 at checkout!
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The $35 price covers featured items only and is an estimate based on a 13.5-pound turkey and three sweet potatoes. Pickup, shipping, or delivery fees of $0 to $19.95 may apply. The price does not apply in Alaska, Hawaii, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, or Wisconsin, and item availability varies.
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➜ Read the full article from Economic Times here.
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Here’s What You Missed on YouTube:
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Check out our new YouTube videos for Tuesday, November 10th.
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