The Trump administration asked a federal appeals court to halt a judge’s order requiring full November SNAP payments during the shutdown. We asked Congressman Bennie Thompson about the ruling. We also asked the governor about Thompson's response: https://www.wapt.com/article/congressman-bennie-thompson-snap-benefits-mississippi/69290006 | 16 WAPT News

This is now the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. Here is what both sides are saying as the adverse effects begin to pile up for millions of Americans. http://www.wapt.com/article/government-shutdown-36-days-trump-filibuster/69267335 | 16 WAPT News

Airlines across the U.S. are canceling over 1,000 flights after the FAA ordered unprecedented air traffic reductions to relieve pressure amid the government shutdown. Here's what you should do if your flight gets impacted. http://www.wapt.com/article/flying-during-shutdown-tips/69290891 | 16 WAPT News