As the US government shutdown stumbles toward the one-month mark, the effects of the standoff between Republicans and Democrats are being felt further away from the Capitol, as flights back up and food aid dwindles.

The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York was facing soaring demand before the shutdown. Cuts to food stamps could push it to the limit.

Americans face a "tough time" as food banks are unlikely to be able to meet the demand amid the government shutdown.

New Jersey Congressman Robert Menendez, Jr. (D-NJ) joins MSNBC's The Weekend: Primetime to discuss how House Speaker Mike Johnson's ongoing and the shutdown is impacting Americans. He also talks about the dangers of Trump sending election monitors to his state in the upcoming election.

The New Hampshire Food Bank says it's ready to roll out a coverage contingency plan, with food stamps at risk of expiring as the government shutdown continues. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (SNAP),

SNAP, the country's largest anti-hunger program, dates back to the Great Depression and has never been disrupted this way. Most recipients are seniors, families with kids, and those with disabilities.

The Louisiana House unanimously passed a resolution Oct. 24 directing the state health department to step in and fund food stamps through November while the federal government is shut down. It heads to the Senate next.

The ongoing government shutdown continues to disrupt flights and put pressure on air traffic controllers who are working without pay.